Aztec Obsidian Blade from China
Polished obsidian blade from Tenochtitlan sacrificial context, razor-sharp edge preserved. Archaeological under HTS 9705.10.00.10 per note 1. Ritual tool for Mesoamerican ceremonies.
Duty Rate — China → United States
7.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• INAH concession paperwork for Aztec exports
• Secure packaging for fragile volcanic glass
• Declare as cultural, not weapon, to avoid Chapter 93