Georgian Silver Teapot from 1740

An ornate Georgian-era silver teapot hallmarked 1740, featuring chased decoration and ebony handle. It falls under HTS 9706.10.00 as an antique metalware exceeding 250 years, separate from current silver hollowware.

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%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7118.10.00Same rate: 17.5%

If age under 250 years or modern reproduction

Silver tableware not antique is classified in Chapter 71 for coin or holloware.

9706Same rate: 17.5%

If proven over 100 years but restoration affects purity

Partially restored antiques over 100 years go to general antique subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include hallmarked assay certificates to verify age and silver content for customs valuation

• Declare fully to avoid cultural heritage restrictions under UNESCO conventions

• Insure against theft, as antique silver is high-value and prone to smuggling flags