Historical World Globe Replica
A reproduction of a 16th-century printed globe showing antique cartography, oceans, and mythical lands on a polished hardwood mounting. It is a printed globe of heading 49.05, as it is not an antique over 100 years old (Chapter 97).
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the globe is a reproduction, not an antique over 100 years old, to avoid Chapter 97 classification
• Provide provenance documentation if requested
• Classify as a globe under heading 49.05, not as a map (heading 49.05 also covers globes)
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