Celtic Iron Sword Hilt from China
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.
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%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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