Nichiren Gohonzon Scroll
A traditional Japanese Gohonzon scroll inscribed with the Lotus Sutra mandala in Chinese and Sanskrit characters on rice paper. This sacred object is central to Nichiren Buddhist practice for religious observances in homes or temples. It qualifies under HTS 9810.00.95.00 as a religious scroll imported specifically for public or private worship.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported for sale or commercial distribution
Printed matter like scrolls not specifically for religious observances falls under general chapter 49 provisions for pictures and prints.
If primarily decorative wood plaque without religious inscription
Wooden articles of heading 4421 cover general decorative wood items, excluding those proven for religious ceremonial use.
If certified as antique over 100 years old
Antiques of Chapter 97 take precedence over special religious provisions regardless of current use.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide documentation proving the item is a genuine Gohonzon for religious use, such as supplier certificates or temple affiliation letters
• Include detailed description of religious significance and intended use for public/private observances to avoid reclassification
• Avoid commercial packaging; present as religious artifact to qualify for duty-free entry under this special provision
Related Products under HTS 9810.00.95.00
Soka Gakkai Gohonzon Tablet
Paper Gohonzon tablet distributed by Soka Gakkai International featuring Nichiren Daishonin's calligraphic mandala for home butsudan altars. Used exclusively in daily gongyo chanting practices. Classifiable under 9810.00.95.00 due to its dedicated religious function in Nichiren Buddhism.
Wooden Gohonzon Plaque
Carved wooden Gohonzon plaque with gold-leaf inscription of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo for temple display. Crafted by Japanese artisans for Nichiren Shu religious ceremonies. Qualifies for 9810.00.95.00 as a wooden religious tablet for public observances.
Temple Gohonzon Hanging Scroll
Large format rice paper Gohonzon scroll for Nichiren temple main halls, featuring complete Lotus Sutra mandala. Used in public religious services and ceremonies. Specifically provided for under HTS 9810.00.95.00 religious scrolls provision.
Home Butsudan Gohonzon
Standard size paper Gohonzon for personal home butsudan altars, inscribed by authorized calligraphers. Essential for private Nichiren Buddhist practice of daimoku recitation. Covered by 9810.00.95.00 for private religious observances.
Nichiren Shu Gohonzon Replica
Authentic replica of Taiseki-ji Head Temple Gohonzon on traditional washi paper for devotional practice. Used in both public temple services and private home worship. Qualifies under special religious import provision 9810.00.95.00.
Lacquered Wood Gohonzon
Hand-lacquered paulownia wood Gohonzon tablet with engraved sacred characters protected by urushi lacquer. Traditional Japanese craftsmanship for permanent temple installation. Classifiable as religious wood tablet under 9810.00.95.00.