Artist-Executed Etching Print of Mountain Scene

An etching where acid was hand-applied by the artist to etch lines into a metal plate, followed by direct printing of impressions. Classified in HTS 9702.90.00.00 as it embodies original engravings executed wholly by hand, irrespective of acid process.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7113.20.50Higher: 22.7% vs 17.5%

If mounted in precious metal frame

Frames not normal to art value classified in Chapter 71 as jewelry articles.

4911.91Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If for offset litho facsimiles

Mechanical reproductions excluded by 9702 note; go to printed pictures in 4911.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Artist statement on etching technique essential to differentiate from etched reproductions

Comply with cultural property laws; declare if from protected heritage sites

Avoid bulk shipments mistaken for prints; individual originals per Chapter priority

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