Hand-Carved Vegetable Ivory Chess Pieces from Germany
Chess set pieces meticulously carved from vegetable ivory (tagua nuts), a sustainable alternative to ivory. Falls under 9602.00.5080 for worked vegetable carving materials, distinct from toys in Chapter 95.
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
• Provide photos and material specs to distinguish from plastic toys (Chapter 95 excluded by chapter note)
• Declare as 'worked tagua nut' with CITES documentation if applicable for palm products