Original Charcoal Life Drawing from Japan
A detailed charcoal drawing on paper capturing a human figure study, created entirely by hand with shading and line work by the artist. It falls under HTS 9701.91.00.00 as a drawing executed by hand, distinct from technical drawings of heading 4906 or manufactured decorations. This excludes any mechanical processes per Chapter 97 notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide artist-signed certificates and photos of the artwork in its creation state to prove hand-execution and prevent misclassification as a print
• Ensure proper packaging to avoid damage claims; use acid-free materials and declare accurate dimensions for valuation
• Watch for pitfalls in combining with non-standard frames, which must be classified separately if their value exceeds norms for such art