Rococo Revival Antique Silver Epergne from China
Mid-19th century multi-tiered sterling silver epergne centerpiece from 1840s, with cut crystal inserts and scrolling arms for fruit display. As silverware over 100 years, it is classified under HTS 9706.90.00.20 for antique decorative table articles.
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
• Separate crystal components if valued separately per note on frames; declare as unified antique
• Use professional packing for fragile arms; insurance claims common without
• Avoid declaring as 'sculpture'—leads to 9703 scrutiny for conventional craftsmanship