Episcopal Crozier Staff from Japan
Shepherd's crook carried by bishops symbolizing pastoral authority, typically made of wood with silver or gold crook and precious stone inlay. Falls under HTS 9810.00.15.00 as religious regalia borne in the hand during public religious ceremonies by established religious institutions.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Submit institutional charter proving religious purpose; include liturgical use verification from diocese; avoid personal ownership declarations to prevent reclassification