Hand-Carved Ivory Netuke Figure from United States
A traditional Japanese netuke toggle carved from ivory depicting mythical creatures, used historically to secure inro pouches. It qualifies as 'articles of ivory' under tariff item 9601.10.00 due to the skilled workmanship transforming the raw material.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
0%
Import Tips
• Document the cultural and historical significance of the netuke to support classification
• Ensure the ivory is not from endangered species unless accompanied by valid CITES permits
• Declare the item as a worked ivory article to avoid misclassification