Political World Globe from Mexico
A 12-inch diameter desktop globe featuring colorful political maps showing country borders, capitals, and major cities on a printed paper surface mounted on a plastic base. Classified under HTS 4905.90.2000 as a printed globe depicting geographical divisions. It falls in Chapter 49 for printed maps and globes, distinct from relief globes in heading 9023.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the globe is printed flat maps on a spherical surface, not embossed or in relief to avoid reclassification
• Provide certificates of origin for preferential duty rates under trade agreements
• Label accurately as 'printed globe' to distinguish from toys or models