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19th Century Samurai Armor Fragment Set

Assembled Edo-period Japanese samurai armor pieces including helmet plates and lacquer guards. Ethnographic historical collection under HTS 9705.10.0090.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree+50.0%50%
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9703Higher: 12.5% vs 7.5%

If considered original sculptures

Sculptural armor elements may qualify under 9703.

4203.21Higher: 17.4% vs 7.5%

If for leather components separately

Leather apparel articles if not historical set.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Japanese export certificates from Agency for Cultural Affairs

• Organic components (leather/silk) need FWS clearance

• Declare as set, not parts, for collection status