Brass Buddha Statuette from Germany
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 — 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
• 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