Returned U.S. Print Portfolio from Japan
Limited edition prints personally pulled by American artist, exported for overseas exhibition, returned without framing or matting changes. Classified under 9801.00.10.97 as Chapter 97 original prints of U.S. origin.
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
• Artist certificates verifying U.S. origin and edition authenticity prevent misclassification
• Avoid temporary foreign framing/matting to maintain 'no improvement' eligibility
• File entry summary within 15 days with complete export/import documentation