9701.92.00.00 - Mosaics 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | Free |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 9701.92.00.00, specifically covers mosaics. Mosaics are defined as decorative art works or objects created by assembling small pieces of colored glass, stone, or other materials. These pieces, known as tesserae, are typically affixed to a surface such as a wall, floor, or panel to form a pattern or image. The key characteristic is the intricate assembly of individual elements to create a unified visual composition.
This classification is distinct from its sibling category, 9701.91.00.00, which is for paintings, drawings, and pastels executed entirely by hand. While both fall under the broader heading of original artworks, mosaics are characterized by their construction from discrete, assembled pieces, whereas paintings, drawings, and pastels are typically created through direct application of pigment or medium to a surface. It also differs from 9701.99.00.00, "Other," which serves as a residual category for items within heading 9701 not specifically enumerated elsewhere.
As a leaf node, this classification has no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within 9701.92.00.00 relies on the definitive characteristics of a mosaic as a work of art or decorative plaque created through the assembly of tesserae. The scale, material, and artistic intent are all relevant considerations in determining if an item qualifies as a mosaic under this provision.