Carved Coral Cameo Portrait from United States
A hand-carved cameo from precious pink coral, depicting a classical profile portrait, cut and shaped but left unset without metal or backing. Designed for eventual mounting in pendants or brooches, this worked coral article falls under tariff item 9601.90.00 as 'Other' animal carving material.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Verify CITES status of pink coral (Corallium) and obtain necessary permits before shipping
• CBSA may require a detailed description of the carving process to confirm classification
• Since the cameo is unset, declare it as a worked coral article, not finished jewelry