Vitrifiable Gold Leaf Decals for Pottery from Mexico
Decals incorporating metallic gold inks that vitrify onto pottery surfaces during firing, creating lustrous permanent designs. Used by artisans for decorative vases and teapots, these fit HTS 4908.10.00.00 as specialized vitrifiable transfers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document gold content percentage for accurate valuation; test for proper vitrification
• Ensure transfers are on water-slide backing typical for ceramics
• Pitfall: misclass as jewelry findings if metallic emphasis overshadows transfer function