Furniture Finish Sample Chips from Japan
Small wood finish and upholstery samples mounted on cards for furniture showroom order taking. HTS 9813.00.20 applies as these facilitate specification orders for production furniture.
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
• Include finish formula specs and matching production order requirements
• Low declared value prevents scrutiny
• Maintain chain of custody records