Antique-Style Silver Snuff Box from Germany
An ornate sterling silver snuff box with hinged lid and intricate chasing, used for carrying powdered tobacco. Classified in HTS 7115.90.40.00 as other silver articles for personal pocket use, matching note 9 examples like snuff boxes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide historical provenance if antique to aid customs valuation; confirm no base metal core to qualify as silver alloy
• Document sieve test if powdered residue present, though not applicable per subheading notes