Porcelain Bust of Voltaire by Houdon
An original 18th-century porcelain bust of Voltaire modeled by Jean-Antoine Houdon around 1775. It is a unique artistic work over 100 years old, qualifying under tariff item 9703.10.00 as original statuary in porcelain.
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 |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Secure a certificate of authenticity from an art historian or auction house to verify the bust's origin and age
• Ensure the porcelain is not cracked or damaged to avoid disputes
• Declare it as an original sculpture, not a reproduction, to benefit from the tariff item
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