Horn Jewelry Box from Germany
A small decorative box for storing jewelry, carved from water buffalo horn with intricate patterns. Classified under HTS 9601.90.60.00 as a worked article of horn, an animal carving material, distinct from imitation jewelry in Chapter 71. The lid and base are molded and polished from solid horn.
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 species verification for horn (e.g
• non-endangered buffalo) to comply with wildlife import regulations
• Label as 'worked horn article' and include photos showing carving details for customs inspection