18th Century Chippendale Mahogany Armchair from Mexico
This antique armchair, crafted in the Chippendale style during the mid-1700s, features carved mahogany wood with cabriole legs and ball-and-claw feet. It qualifies for HTS 9706.10.00 as it exceeds 250 years in age, classifying it as an antique furniture piece rather than modern reproduction furniture.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Obtain expert authentication and age certification from qualified appraisers to prove the item exceeds 250 years
• Comply with cultural property import regulations; declare under Convention on Cultural Property Implementation Act if applicable
• Avoid common pitfalls like misclassifying restored pieces—originality must be documented to prevent reclassification