Carved Ivory Tusk Ornament
A decorative ornament hand-carved from elephant ivory tusk, featuring intricate floral patterns and polished finish. It falls under HTS 9601.10.00.00 as 'worked ivory' due to the extensive carving and shaping processes applied to raw ivory material.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| π²π½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π¨π¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π©πͺGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π―π΅Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made from bone instead of ivory
Bone carvings fall under the broader animal carving materials subheading, not specific to ivory.
If recognized as antique over 100 years old
Antiques of any age over 100 years are excluded from Chapter 96 and classified in Chapter 97.
If inlaid with significant precious metals or stones
Articles where precious metals or stones are more than minor constituents move to Chapter 71.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Obtain CITES export/import permits as elephant ivory is Appendix I protected; verify source legality
β’ Provide detailed documentation proving pre-Convention ivory (before 1975) to avoid seizure
β’ Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as 'bone' which triggers reclassification and penalties
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