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Nording Freehand Meerschaum Pipe

Artisan freehand pipe block-carved from authentic meerschaum, developing golden patina over time. HTS 9614.00.98 applies to 'other' pipes, excluding common clay types. Includes silver band accent as minor constituent per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3%+20.0%23%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3%+10.0%13%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3%+10.0%13%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

2508.40.01Higher: 37.5% vs 23%

If imported as raw meerschaum blocks before carving

Unworked meerschaum classifies as mineral under Chapter 25, not finished pipe.

7116.20.40Higher: 30.5% vs 23%

If silver content exceeds minor constituent limits

Precious metal articles shift to Chapter 71 when dominant per chapter notes.

9703Lower: 12.5% vs 23%

If recognized as fine art sculpture

Chapter notes exclude works of art from Chapter 96.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide assay for meerschaum purity; declare silver as minor (under chapter note threshold)

β€’ Include smokability test evidence to distinguish from decorative carvings