Ballet Tutu Costume Set from Japan
Professional ballet tutu ensemble with tulle skirt, corset, and headpiece for principal dancer in Swan Lake production. Imported temporarily by ballet company director for U.S. tour performances. Qualifies under 9817.00.98.00 as theatrical apparel for ballet production.
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
• Document costume measurements and performer assignments,Provide tour itinerary showing temporary U.S. performances,Use bonded carrier for transport to avoid duty complications