Celtic Iron Sword Hilt

Ornately decorated iron hilt from La Tène Celtic site, with enamel inlays. HTS 9705.10.00.10 for archaeological pieces as described in statistical note 1. Represents Iron Age metallurgy.

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.

7326.90.86Higher: 37.9% vs 17.5%

If valued as iron ornamental ware

Other iron articles in Chapter 73 if lacking cultural designation.

9705Same rate: 17.5%

If ethnographic tribal artifact

Ethnographic collections separate from archaeological in 9705 hierarchy.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Secure British Museum or equivalent export license for Celtic artifacts

Conserve with humidity control during shipping to prevent rust

Avoid bulk shipments mistaken for scrap metal