Circus Prop Storage Container from Japan
Weatherproof containers holding lion tamer chairs, whips, and pedestals exported for international circus acts, returned after performances. HTS 9801.00.50 for circus exhibition props.
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
• Maintain detailed prop inventories matching export and return manifests
• Include performance photos showing prop usage in foreign venues
• Document container seals unbroken during international transport