Egyptian Scarab Beetle Amulet Assemblage from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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 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