19th Century Renaissance-Style Portrait Pastel from Germany
A pastel portrait drawing on paper, entirely hand-executed by a 19th-century artist, aged over 100 years. Classified in HTS 9701.29.00.00 as it meets criteria for original drawings/pastels hand-made and excludes mass-produced items or heading 4906 technical drawings. Includes suitable period frame.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide expert appraisal confirming hand-execution and age to distinguish from reproductions prohibited by heading 9703 note
• Ensure proper packing for fragile pastels; declare value accurately to prevent undervaluation penalties
• Check for US import restrictions on foreign cultural heritage items via State Department advisories