Olive Wood Holy Family Nativity Set from Germany
Hand-carved olive wood figures of Mary, Joseph, and infant Jesus from Bethlehem, suitable for tabletop nativity scenes. Classified in HTS 9505.10.30.00 for its role in Christmas religious festivities.
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
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates for olive wood to meet USDA import requirements and prevent quarantine issues
• Document artisan origin and religious purpose to support festive classification over general woodwork
• Insure against breakage; use padded packaging for fragile carved figures during transit