Professional Sculpted Ceramic Angel Figurine from China
An intricately detailed ceramic angel statuette, cast directly from molds created by professional sculptors, valued at $15 each for decorative display. This falls under HTS 6913.90.10.00 as an ornamental ceramic article produced by professional methods post-firing. Its white porcelain body meets Chapter 69 firing standards.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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
• Submit affidavits from sculptors confirming original model creation to avoid reclassification
• Label pieces clearly as ornamental to distinguish from functional items in other headings
• Test water absorption per ASTM C373 if porcelain claims are disputed during customs exam