Professional Artist Stained Glass Crucifixion Panel from Japan
A 2x3 meter stained glass panel depicting the Crucifixion with authentic medieval-style lead came construction, valued at $250 per square meter. Created by master glass artist Marcus Hale for a seminary chapel. Meets HTS 9810.00.10.00 as religious institutional import exceeding value threshold with professional artistic direction.
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
• Submit detailed artist biography and design sketches with entry to verify professional artist involvement
• Religious institution must provide proof of tax-exempt status and intended permanent installation
• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluation; appraisers scrutinize high-value religious glass imports