Jewelry Casting Wax Patterns from Japan
Precision wax patterns for jewelry manufactured in US facilities, exported for investment casting shell building and quality inspection. Patterns enable lost-wax casting of fine jewelry components. 9813.00.05.40 for US-made articles processed domestically.
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
• Include CAD files and dimensional specifications with wax pattern shipments
• Use temperature-controlled packaging to maintain wax integrity during transit
• Document casting yield rates and quality inspection results for customs records