Sumi-e Ink Landscape Scroll
A Japanese-style sumi-e ink painting on rice paper scroll, brushed entirely by hand. It is classified under tariff item 9701.99.90 as a hand-executed drawing or painting, culturally significant and original, with no mechanical aid.
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% |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the painting is original and hand-executed
• Provide a certificate of authenticity
• Ensure it is not a reproduction, which would be classified elsewhere
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