Porcelain Venus de Milo Statuette from China
A high-quality porcelain reproduction of the classical Venus de Milo statue, handcrafted from molds made by professional sculptors capturing the original model's details. This statuette features a fired porcelain body with fine glazing, valued over $2.50 each, qualifying under HTS 6913.10.10.00 due to its ornamental nature and professional sculptural origin.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Verify certificate of authenticity proving production from professional sculptor's original model or mold to meet HTS 6913.10.10.00 criteria
• Confirm value exceeds $2.50 per piece with commercial invoice; under-valuation risks reclassification to lower subheadings
• Test porcelain body for <0.5% water absorption per ASTM C373 to distinguish from earthenware in Chapter 69 notes