Returned American Sculpture from Germany
Bronze sculpture by U.S. artist exported for international art fair display, returned unchanged within 2 years. Qualifies under 9801.00.10.97 for duty-free reimport as Chapter 97 artwork not improved in condition abroad.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Submit commercial invoices, export declarations, and artist provenance to establish U.S. manufacture
• Photograph artwork condition at export and import to document no improvements occurred abroad
• Use CBP Form 7501 with proper 9801.00.10.97 annotation and supporting export proof