Egyptian Terracotta Oil Lamp from Canada
A complete terracotta oil lamp from Ptolemaic Egypt, bearing maker's marks and soot residue from ancient use. Falls under HTS 9705.10.00.10 as an archaeological artifact described in statistical note 1, recovered from burial contexts. It provides insight into daily life in ancient Alexandria.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Secure UNESCO export licenses and US Customs pre-approval for Egyptian antiquities to prevent import bans
• Document chain of custody from excavation to avoid forfeiture under import restrictions
• Label accurately as 'archaeological specimen' to prevent reclassification as decorative pottery