Olivewood Pipe Blank Rough Cut from China
Roughly hewn block from olive wood root, prepped for artisan pipe makers to fashion into tobacco pipes. Sourced from Mediterranean olive trees, this block retains natural grain and is minimally processed, qualifying under HTS 9614.00.21.00 for pipe manufacturing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify non-CITES species status for olive wood to avoid endangered species restrictions
• Include detailed photos or specs showing rough shape on commercial invoice
• Watch for reclassification if blocks show pre-drilled airways