17th Century French Louis XIV Walnut Cabinet from China
A rare walnut armoire from the Louis XIV era (circa 1680s), featuring bombe-shaped doors, gilt bronze mounts, and marquetry inlays. Over 250 years old, it meets HTS 9706.10.00.40 criteria for antique furniture due to its handcrafted construction and royal provenance. Exemplifies Baroque opulence in period furniture design.
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
• Declare full value based on auction comparables; undervaluation risks penalties for cultural artifacts
• Comply with CITES if featuring exotic woods like ebony veneer, requiring export permits from origin country
• Photograph all hardware and mounts pre-shipment for restoration records and customs verification