Art Nouveau Silver Flatware Set from China
Service for 12 of French Art Nouveau sterling silver flatware from circa 1895, designed by Maison Puiforcat with floral motifs and ivory handles on knives. Meets HTS 9706.90.00.20 criteria as antique silverware over 100 years old, emphasizing artistic historical value.
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
• Document each piece's matching hallmarks and designer attribution; mismatch can lead to component separation under statistical notes
• Comply with FDA food contact rules if reusing—declare as collectible to avoid safety scrutiny
• Budget for potential CBP examination; pitfall is incomplete chain-of-custody records triggering holds