Samoan Siapo Bark Cloth Wall Hanging from Germany
Traditional Samoan siapo featuring hand-painted bark cloth designs depicting ocean motifs, bought from a Pago Pago artisan. Classifies under 9816.00.40 for personal travelers' items acquired during physical presence in American Samoa for household decorative use.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include proof of American Samoa purchase and travel dates; ensure aggregate value with other items stays under $1,000; declare honestly to avoid seizure of cultural items