Malachite Elephant Carving from Germany
Vibrant green malachite elephant figurine, showcasing the stone's distinctive banding, used purely for aesthetic display. HTS 7116.20.3500 designates it as a semiprecious stone figurine.
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
• Test for copper content; malachite toxicity requires material safety data
• Avoid polish with synthetic resins; pure stone classification mandates
• Declare dimensions under 15cm to confirm figurine status over statuary