About HS Code 970122
This HS code specifically targets antique, hand-executed mosaics that are over 100 years old, excluding technical drawings. These are unique and often fragile cultural artifacts, traded within a highly specialized segment of the art and antiquities market. Importers are typically museums, private collectors with a focus on ancient art, or institutions dedicated to historical preservation. Exporters might be archaeological foundations, estates, or galleries specializing in ancient and classical art. The trade involves complex logistics due to their inherent fragility, potential large size, and significant weight, alongside stringent regulations concerning cultural heritage and verifiable provenance. Key aspects include the materials used (tesserae of stone, glass, ceramic), the artistic style, historical context, and overall condition, all of which contribute significantly to their market value and cultural importance.
Products Under This Code
Roman floor mosaics, Byzantine wall mosaics, ancient Greek pebble mosaics, medieval church mosaics, 19th-century decorative mosaics
Real World Examples
A fragment of a Roman villa floor mosaic, a Byzantine icon mosaic, a Victorian era micro-mosaic panel, an ancient Pompeian wall mosaic, a 19th-century Venetian glass mosaic
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with modern mosaics (970192) or architectural elements (6802) if still integrated into a structure, but 970122 is for standalone, antique, hand-executed art pieces.
Products Classified Under 9701.22
Industry
This code belongs to the Art & Antiques industry.
Trade Overview
Italy, Greece, and Turkey are significant sources, with major importers being USA, UK, and Germany for their museums and private collections.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 970122?
HS code 970122 covers: Mosaics; executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age exceeding 100 years. This HS code specifically targets antique, hand-executed mosaics that are over 100 years old, excluding technical drawings. These are unique and often fragile cultural artifacts, traded within a highly specialized segment of the art and antiquities market. Importers are typically museums, private collectors with a focus on ancient art, or institutions dedicated to historical preservation. Exporters might be archaeological foundations, estates, or galleries specializing in ancient and classical art. The trade involves complex logistics due to their inherent fragility, potential large size, and significant weight, alongside stringent regulations concerning cultural heritage and verifiable provenance. Key aspects include the materials used (tesserae of stone, glass, ceramic), the artistic style, historical context, and overall condition, all of which contribute significantly to their market value and cultural importance.
What products fall under HS code 970122?
Roman floor mosaics, Byzantine wall mosaics, ancient Greek pebble mosaics, medieval church mosaics, 19th-century decorative mosaics
What are common misclassifications for HS code 970122?
Can be confused with modern mosaics (970192) or architectural elements (6802) if still integrated into a structure, but 970122 is for standalone, antique, hand-executed art pieces.
How is HS code 970122 structured?
HS code 970122 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (97) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.