Jeweler's Precision Tool Set from Japan
Jeweler's loupe, pliers, files, mandrels carried abroad for gem appraisal conference. Personal implements of jewelry trade qualify under 9804.00.10 when owned and taken by professional. Duty-free precision tools of occupation.
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
• Tools must be clean of precious metals to avoid Chapter 71 classification
• Professional jeweler certification strengthens personal use claim
• Loupes qualify as professional instruments not general magnifiers