Mammoth Ivory Sculpted Bust from Mexico
Human or animal bust sculpture carved from extinct mammoth ivory tusk, legally sourced from permafrost. Falls under HTS 9601.10.00.00 as worked ivory with no CITES restrictions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide paleontological source certification to bypass elephant ivory rules
• Scientific carbon dating (>10,000 years) proves exemption status
• Market as 'ancient ivory' to command premium pricing legally