Shotenzenji Gohonzon Scroll

Gohonzon scroll from Shotenzenji Temple tradition featuring protective deities and Lotus Sutra inscription. Used in esoteric Nichiren rituals and ceremonies. Specifically for religious observances per HTS 9810.00.95.00.

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Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Tableware and decorative wood articles when not proven as primary religious observance objects.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include specific ritual ceremony schedule and presiding priest details

Document scroll consecration ceremony if performed

Separate from general temple decorative art collections

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