Gardening Tool Set from Japan
Personal gardening tools, gloves, pots taken abroad for home garden by returning resident. Personal effects under HTS 9804.00.45 qualify duty-free.
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
• Clean soil from tools; USDA inspection
• Show garden wear
• Reasonable personal quantities