Corncob Missouri Meerschaum Pipe from Japan
Classic corncob smoking pipe with a golden yellow finish, known for its cool, dry smoke and affordability. Falls under HTS 9614.00.28 as a pipe made from vegetable material (corncob) other than specified exclusions. A staple for casual pipe smokers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label fiber content accurately; corncob is vegetable material per chapter notes
• Check for FDA tobacco regulations if marketed with accessories
• Avoid declaring as 'meerschaum' which has separate classification to prevent errors