Egyptian Scarab Beetle Amulet Assemblage

A collection of 20 faience and stone scarab amulets from ancient Egypt, dating to the New Kingdom period, highlighting religious symbolism. Falls under HTS 9705.10.0090 as an archaeological collection of historical interest with verified excavation provenance.

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.

7116.20Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If classified as semi-precious stone articles rather than archaeological collection

Individual semi-precious stone items without historical context go to Chapter 71.

7113.20.50.00Higher: 22.7% vs 17.5%

If for gold/silver content focus over archaeological value

Base metal-clad precious metal articles if not treated as cultural collection.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Secure UNESCO Convention documentation and US Fish & Wildlife certificates if organic materials present

Use professional packing for fragile artifacts; photograph entire collection for customs matching

Avoid declaring as 'jewelry' to prevent misclassification; pitfall is undervaluation leading to penalties