S.T. Dupont Ligne 2 Lighter from Japan
Luxury handcrafted lighter from S.T. Dupont with palladium finish, soft flame mechanism, and precision engineering, priced well over $5 per dozen. Classified in HTS 9613.80.80.00 for high-value mechanical lighters excluding flints/wicks. Designed for collectors and daily premium use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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