Brazilian Amazon Wood Carving from Japan
Sustainable hardwood carving of Amazon jaguar, gifted by Brazil to U.S. National Zoo. Brazilian government property for public zoological institution enters duty-free under 9809.00.70. Promotes rainforest conservation.
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
• Zoo conservation department coordinates acceptance
• CITES documentation if endangered species depicted
• Phytosanitary certificate for wood products