Edwardian Sterling Silver Tea Set from Japan
A complete antique tea service from the Edwardian period (circa 1905), including teapot, cream jug, and sugar bowl, hallmarked sterling silver with engraved motifs. Classified under HTS 9706.90.00 as 'other' antiques over 100 years, valued for historical silver craftsmanship rather than bullion content.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Include hallmarked photos and expert valuation proving antique status and silver purity for customs verification
• File prior notice via ACE system for cultural artifacts; avoid melting declarations that trigger metal tariffs
• Check country-of-origin restrictions; some nations require export licenses for antique silver