HS Code 9703
Original Sculptures and Statuary
HS code 9703 covers original sculptures and statuary in any material, provided they are the direct creation of an artist and not mass-manufactured replicas.
4-digit Section XXIFCL
HS Code 9703 — Original Sculptures and Statuary
This code is for original sculptures and statues made from any material, including stone, metal, or wood. The items must be the original work of an artist, including the first few casts from a mould.
What's included
- Bronze statues
- Stone sculptures
- Wood carvings
- Original ceramic sculptures
What's excluded
- Mass-produced garden ornaments → use
6802(Commercial statues and mass-produced ornaments are classified by their material composition.)
Common examples
- Cast bronze abstract sculpture
- Hand-carved marble bust
- Contemporary metal installation
- Original clay sculpture
Frequently asked questions
What if there are multiple copies of a sculpture?
A limited number of casts (usually up to 8 or 12, depending on the country) are still considered original works under this heading.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0%
- Documentation: Sculptures involving organic material like wood or ivory may face strict CITES or phytosanitary controls.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Italy, France, United States
- Top importers: United States, United Kingdom, China
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Key takeaway
Materials do not dictate classification here; the artistic originality is the primary factor.
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