Art Restoration Cleaning from China
19th century oil paintings exported to conservation studio for varnish removal and relining. Processed under 9813.00.05 for specialized art restoration before return to US museums. Preserves cultural heritage artworks.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include conservation assessment reports; use museum-grade climate packaging; document chain of title/provenance