Antique Wood Carved Totem Pole Figure from Germany
A hand-carved wooden figure from a Pacific Northwest totem pole, dated to 1890 by Haida artist. Under HTS 9703.10.00.00 for original sculptures over 100 years in any material, valued for indigenous cultural artistry. It represents ancestral spirits in traditional style.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Include tribal provenance and repatriation waivers if applicable under NAGPRA-like international rules
• Treat for pests common in wood imports; fumigation certificates prevent quarantine
• Separate bases if oversized, as per frame note for normal value