Senate Marshal Baton from Japan
Silver-tipped ebony baton carried by university faculty senate marshal during academic processions. HTS 9810.00.45.00 covers as regalia borne in hand during nonprofit educational public exercises per chapter notes definition. Distinct from general walking sticks.
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
• Document faculty senate bylaws specifying baton carrier; photograph procession usage; store in institutional regalia collection