Hand-Carved Ivory Netuke Figure

Traditional Japanese netuke toggle carved from ivory depicting mythical creatures, used historically to secure inro pouches. It qualifies as 'articles of ivory' under HTS 9601.10.00.00 due to the skilled workmanship transforming raw ivory.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9706Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If appraised as cultural artifact over 100 years old

Cultural antiques are directed to Chapter 97, excluding Chapter 96 scope.

9601.90.40.00Higher: 19.6% vs 17.5%

If made from whalebone or horn

Other animal carving materials like whale products use different 9601.90 subheadings.

7113.20.10.00Higher: 24.5% vs 17.5%

If set with pearls or semiprecious stones as primary feature

Jewelry articles with pearls/stones as main value shift to Chapter 71.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include provenance records tracing to pre-ban sources for auction house acceptance

Use specialized ivory appraisers for accurate valuation declarations

Beware of fakes—optical microscopy tests distinguish ivory from resin substitutes