Mayan Jade Mask Fragment from China
A carved jade fragment from a Mayan ceremonial mask, featuring glyph inscriptions from Classic Period sites. Classified in HTS 9705.10.00.10 per chapter statistical note for archaeological pieces of historical interest. Represents elite burial goods from Mesoamerican civilizations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
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)
Import Tips
• Provide site excavation reports and INAH (Mexico) export authorization for Mayan artifacts
• Watch for US import bans on certain Pre-Columbian items; consult State Department lists
• Use professional appraisers familiar with cultural property to establish fair market value