French Crystal Sculpture from Mexico
A Baccarat crystal eagle sculpture gifted by France to the U.S. Air Force Academy. This luxury glass artwork qualifies under HTS 9809.00.70 as it's property of the French government presented to a public military institution. Crystal gifts represent Franco-American military alliance.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Verify recipient is a qualifying public institution like military academy
• Include embassy certification of gift origin and purpose
• Photograph and document condition upon receipt for customs records