Broadway Musical Set Backdrop from Japan
Large painted canvas backdrop depicting a New York City skyline for a Broadway musical production. Imported temporarily by the production's manager for use during U.S. performances. Classifies under 9817.00.98.00 as theatrical scenery brought by proprietors of theatrical productions for temporary use.
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
• Provide documentation proving temporary use and ownership by production manager,Include performance schedule and re-export plans in entry paperwork,Avoid common pitfall of entering without proof of theatrical production affiliation