Used Pine Bookshelf from Japan
A pine bookshelf loaded with personal books for two years in a London flat, with sagging shelves from heavy use. Falls under HTS 9804.00.05 as usual household furniture used abroad by owner for over one year, accompanying personal library.
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
• Photograph empty shelves with books to show household integration,Include in baggage declaration as set with library contents,Limit to reasonable quantity (1-2 units) for personal use