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9804.00.10/Chef's Professional Knife Set/Japan

Chef's Professional Knife Set from Japan

High-end culinary knives (chef's knife, paring, boning) carried by a professional chef for cooking demonstration abroad. These personal tools of the culinary trade qualify under HTS 9804.00.10 when taken and returned by the owner. Duty-free as occupational implements.

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%
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Import Tips

• Knives must be in checked luggage; carry ownership photos and professional credentials

• Declaration specifies 'personal professional tools' not for resale

Chef's Professional Knife Set from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9804.00.10