Victorian Era Silver Tea Service

A complete 1880s British silver tea set including teapot, creamer, and sugar bowl, hallmarked and over 100 years old. Falls under HTS 9706.90.00.60 as 'other' antiques exceeding 100 years, distinct from modern silverware. Exemplifies Victorian decorative arts with engraved motifs.

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%

Alternative Classifications

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

7118.90.00Lower: 7.5% vs 17.5%

If under 100 years or modern reproduction

Coin or bullion silver articles classify in Chapter 71 without antique designation.

6911.10Higher: 30.8% vs 17.5%

If porcelain components dominate and not antique

Tableware shifts to Chapter 69 if primarily ceramic and lacking 100-year age.

9706Same rate: 17.5%

If sold as a collection of antiques

Collections of antiques over 100 years have dedicated subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide hallmarked proof and age verification; separate frames or stands if not integral

Check for endangered species materials (e.g

ivory inlays) requiring CITES permits

Document full set composition to prevent disassembly claims during customs valuation