Russian Embassy Orthodox Religious Icons from Japan
Sacred Orthodox religious icons owned by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs for noncommercial religious services and cultural exhibitions at the Russian Embassy. These articles remain Russian government property used exclusively for diplomatic religious functions under HTS 9809.00.40.
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
• Include religious authenticity certification; document planned liturgical use; ensure proper insurance for high-value religious artifacts