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Wooden Painter's Tripod Stand from Japan

Portable wooden tripod for holding wet oil paintings or palettes during outdoor sessions. Under HTS 9620.00.55.00 as a similar wooden article for artistic support, distinct from brushes (9603) or furniture. Compact and foldable for artists on the go.

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%

Import Tips

Specify 'not for broom/brush making' per chapter notes to avoid 9603 confusion

Provide colorfastness tests if stained wood to comply with art supply regs

Declare as 'portable stand' to differentiate from fixed easels