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Embroidered Prayer Shawl Bag from Japan

Hand-embroidered silk prayer shawl bag featuring menorah and Hebrew prayer motifs. Specifically designed to protect tallit during transport to synagogue services. Qualifies under HTS 9810.00.90.00 as essential religious accessory for prayer shawl maintenance.

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

• Provide close-up photos of religious embroidery and specify materials/prayer content

• Include dimensions confirming prayer shawl compatibility only

• Declare 'ceremonial use only - not general luggage' on commercial invoice