Metropolitan Opera Wagner Spear

Six-foot ceremonial spear for Siegfried in Metropolitan Opera's Wagner Ring Cycle U.S. performances. Imported by opera technical director. Theatrical property under 9817.00.98.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9305.10.40.00Higher: 21.7% vs 10%

If functional firearm parts included

Chapter 93 parts for small firearms

4417.00.80Higher: 40.1% vs 10%

If wooden shaft construction primarily

Chapter 44 wooden tools/handle

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