Medieval European Seal Matrix Set

Assembled group of 12 bronze seal matrices from 13th-15th century Europe, used by nobility for authentication. HTS 9705.10.0090 applies as a historical collection with documented provenance from private European estates.

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.

8205.59Lower: 13.7% vs 17.5%

If viewed as metal tools rather than historical artifacts

Base metal hand tools heading if lacking cultural/historical collection context.

9703Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If containing original sculptures or castings

Original works of sculpture or statuary could shift to heading 9703.

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