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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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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