Reimported U.S. Artist Book from Mexico
Limited edition artist book with original drawings, exported for book fair, returned intact. Classified under 9801.00.10.97 as Chapter 97 original artwork in book form, not advanced abroad.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Colophon pages establish edition size, U.S. origin, and artist authentication
• Avoid foreign binding to preserve duty-free reimport eligibility
• Declare as artwork, not publication, to maintain Chapter 97 status