Polished Alabaster Vase
A handcrafted decorative vase made from natural alabaster stone, polished to enhance its translucent qualities and intricate veining. This product falls under HTS 6802.91.30.00 as it is a worked article of alabaster, a soft monumental stone, distinct from slate or goods of heading 6801.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.7% | +35.0% | 39.7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.7% | +10.0% | 14.7% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4.7% | +10.0% | 14.7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.7% | +10.0% | 14.7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.7% | +10.0% | 14.7% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If coated, glazed, or treated with non-stone materials
Ceramic statuary or ornamental articles take precedence over natural stone if surface-modified per Chapter 69 notes.
If classified as an original work of art by sculptor
Chapter 97 covers signed original sculptures over 50 years old, excluding them from Chapter 68 stone articles.
If made from other natural stone like onyx or agate
Alabaster-specific subheading applies only to true alabaster; similar soft stones fall under 'other' natural stone.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the stone is pure alabaster via geological certification to avoid reclassification as marble or travertine
• Provide invoices detailing workmanship (e.g
• polishing, carving) to confirm it's 'worked' under Chapter 68 exclusions
• Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient origin documentation, as alabaster sources vary by country affecting quotas
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Carved Alabaster Lamp Base
An intricately carved base for table lamps, fashioned from solid alabaster to allow light diffusion through its natural translucency. Classified under HTS 6802.91.30.00 as a worked alabaster article for building or monumental use, not excluded under Chapter 94 for complete luminaires.
Hand-Carved Alabaster Bowl
A shallow serving bowl hand-carved from a single block of alabaster, prized for its warm glow and food-safe natural properties. Falls under HTS 6802.91.30.00 as a worked alabaster article, not kitchenware of other chapters.
Alabaster Architectural Medallion
Ornately carved circular medallion for wall or ceiling installation in buildings, made from durable alabaster. HTS 6802.91.30.00 applies to this worked building stone article, excluded from Chapter 68 only if complete furniture.
Translucent Alabaster Window Panel
Thinly sliced and polished alabaster panel for backlit window applications, leveraging natural light transmission. Classified as worked alabaster under HTS 6802.91.30.00, not electrical fittings or glass substitutes.
Alabaster Fire Surround Mantel
Elegant mantelpiece surround carved from alabaster for fireplace installations in luxury homes. Meets HTS 6802.91.30.00 as worked building stone, not furniture per Chapter 94 exclusion.
Carved Alabaster Obelisk
Towering decorative obelisk monument hand-carved from alabaster, suitable for gardens or interiors. HTS 6802.91.30.00 covers this worked monumental stone per chapter definition including alabaster.