Victorian Sterling Silver Candelabra from Japan
Pair of ornate five-arm sterling silver candelabras from 1875, featuring repoussé decoration and maker's marks from London silversmiths, standing 24 inches tall. Classified in HTS 9706.90.00.20 due to exceeding 100 years as antique silver household articles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Provide assay certificates confirming sterling silver purity and detailed hallmark analysis to prevent misclassification as jewelry
• Use insured shipping with climate control; U.S
• Customs may inspect for cultural heritage restrictions under CPIA
• Avoid common error of separating matching pairs—declare as a set to maintain antique silverware integrity