Wooden Gohonzon Plaque from Japan
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.
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
• Submit artisan certificates and religious order documentation confirming ceremonial use
• Avoid bulk commercial shipments; import as individual religious items for specific institutions
• Include Japanese/English translation of sacred inscriptions to verify religious content