Encaustic Wax Painting
An original painting created by hand-layering beeswax and pigment, then heating and fusing the materials. This unique, hand-executed work qualifies as an original painting under tariff item 9701.91.10.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the painting is a mass-produced reproduction or not an original by an artist.
This sibling item covers other paintings that do not qualify as originals by artists.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide documentation that the painting is a one-of-a-kind original, not a commercial reproduction
• Since encaustic art is fragile, ensure proper packing and declare its value accurately
• Be ready to explain the hand-executed process to CBSA if classification is questioned
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