Japanese Consulate Traditional Tea Ceremony Set from Mexico
Authentic Japanese lacquerware tea ceremony utensils owned by the Japanese government for cultural diplomacy demonstrations at the Japanese Consulate. These items remain Japanese government property and are used exclusively for noncommercial cultural exchange events, qualifying under HTS 9809.00.40. The set includes tea bowls, whisks, and ceremonial ladles.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide documentation proving government ownership and ceremonial use only; include cultural event schedules; ensure proper packing for fragile lacquerware during transport