Medieval Church Wall Mosaic
A 12th-century medieval wall mosaic from a European church, hand-assembled with colored glass and stone tesserae portraying biblical scenes. Exceeding 100 years in age, it is classifiable under tariff item 9701.22.90 as a mosaic of antique age, entirely hand-executed.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 7% | — | 7% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mosaic is considered an antique of historical value
Antiques over 100 years old may be classified under heading 97.06 if not specifically covered by earlier headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain a detailed provenance report to establish the mosaic's age and origin
• Ensure it is not a mass-produced reproduction, which would exclude it from heading 97.01
• Be aware of potential restrictions on religious or cultural artifacts
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An ancient Greek pebble mosaic from the Hellenistic era, hand-placed with natural pebbles to depict mythological figures. Over 2000 years old, it qualifies as a mosaic of an age exceeding 100 years under tariff item 9701.22.90, being a hand-executed decorative work.
Byzantine Gold Mosaic Panel
A Byzantine gold mosaic panel, hand-crafted over 100 years ago with glass and gold leaf tesserae depicting religious iconography. This antique mosaic is classifiable under tariff item 9701.22.90 as a mosaic of an age exceeding 100 years, executed entirely by hand.
Islamic Geometric Tile Mosaic
A 14th-century Islamic mosque mosaic panel with hand-glazed ceramic tesserae forming geometric stars, over 100 years old. It qualifies under tariff item 9701.22.90 as an original hand-executed decorative mosaic of an age exceeding 100 years.
Pompeii-Style Wall Mosaic Fragment
An excavated fragment from a Pompeii-era wall mosaic, hand-laid glass and stone over 1900 years old depicting mythical creatures. This antique hand-executed decorative plaque falls under tariff item 9701.22.90 as a mosaic of an age exceeding 100 years.
Renaissance Period Marble Mosaic
A 15th-century Renaissance mosaic plaque inlaid with hand-cut colored marbles depicting floral motifs, exceeding 100 years in age. It fits tariff item 9701.22.90 as a hand-executed decorative mosaic of antique age.
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An opus sectile mosaic floor panel from a 2nd-century Roman villa, hand-cut from marble and stone tesserae to form intricate geometric patterns. Its age exceeding 100 years qualifies it under tariff item 9701.22.90 as an antique hand-executed mosaic.