Mixed Media Mosaic Portrait from Japan
A custom portrait plaque created by hand-assembling glass, stone, and shell tesserae into a lifelike human face. Under HTS 9701.92.00.00 as a similar decorative mosaic executed entirely by hand, akin to collages but with embedded materials. Popular for personalized memorials.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• List all materials in entry but prioritize artistic value over components for Chapter 97 classification
• Use artist invoices showing custom one-off production to counter reproduction claims
• Comply with CITES if shell or stone from protected species