Brass Buddha Statuette from China
A handcrafted statuette depicting Buddha, made entirely from brass, a base metal. It falls under HTS 8306.29.00.00 as a statuette and ornament of base metal, not electric. Commonly used for home decor or religious altars.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
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
Import Tips
• Verify base metal composition (e.g
• brass, bronze) via assay certificates to avoid misclassification as precious metal items
• Ensure no electrical components; declare as nonelectric to stay in heading 8306
• Provide origin certificates for preferential duty rates under trade agreements like USMCA