Art Gallery Loan Paintings from China
Original paintings loaned to international art fairs like Art Basel or Frieze. Exported temporarily by U.S. galleries for public exhibition then returned. Qualifies under HTS 9801.00.60 for temporary art exposition use.
Duty Rate — China → 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
• Art loan agreements, insurance certificates, and condition reports essential documentation
• Professional art shipping manifests with pre/post photos prove unchanged condition
• Gallery consignment records prevent commercial sale claims during exhibitions