Hand-Executed Pastel Portrait from Mexico
A soft pastel portrait on textured paper, layered entirely by hand to create depth and color blending in a family member's likeness. Classified under HTS 9701.91.00.00 for pastels executed by hand, not mass-produced or conventional craftsmanship items per heading 9703 exclusion. It meets Chapter 97 criteria for original fine art.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'original hand-executed pastel' with CITES documentation if using exotic paper sources
• Appraise via recognized galleries for fair market value to support duty-free cultural property claims where applicable