HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9701.29 – Artwork; other than paintings, drawings, pastels mosaics, executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age exceeding 100 years
HS code 9701.29 is the 6-digit subheading for artwork, other than paintings, drawings, pastels mosaics, executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age exceeding 100 years. It is used for antique sculptures (marble, bronze, wood), vintage engravings, historical prints (e.g., etchings, lithographs), ancient collages and antique tapestries (artistic).
What HS 9701.29 covers
This specific and niche HS code covers original works of art, excluding paintings, drawings, pastels, and mosaics, that are over 100 years old and executed entirely by hand. This includes sculptures, engravings, prints, collages, and other forms of artistic expression that have achieved antique status. International trade in these items is highly specialized, involving art galleries, auction houses, private collectors, and museums. Importers and exporters are typically wealthy individuals, institutions, and specialized art dealers. Key considerations in trade include provenance, authenticity, condition, artistic significance, and compliance with cultural heritage laws and export/import restrictions, which can be stringent. Valuation is subjective and can be extremely high, often requiring expert appraisal and specialized shipping and insurance. The market is driven by historical value, rarity, and aesthetic appeal, with transactions often occurring in major global art hubs.
- Covers
- Antique sculptures (marble, bronze, wood)
- Vintage engravings
- Historical prints (e.g., etchings, lithographs)
- Ancient collages
- Antique tapestries (artistic)
- Historical ceramic art
- Antique art installations
- Pre-20th century art objects
- Examples
- Roman marble busts (over 100 years old)
- Dürer woodcuts
- Goya etchings
- antique Japanese woodblock prints
- pre-20th century bronze statues
Codes often confused with 9701.29
Common mistake. Can be confused with other antiques (970600) if not clearly an original work of art, or with more recent artworks (970199) if its age is less than 100 years, or with paintings/drawings (970191) if the medium is different.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 970129, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 970129 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 65% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 38% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $39M 65% of world exports
- 2 Australia $3.3M 5.4% of world exports
- 3 Norway $3.1M 5.1% of world exports
World total: $60M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $14M 38% of world imports
- 2 Spain $3.9M 11% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $2.7M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $36M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 9701.29
Brazil does not split HS 9701.29: its NCM code is 9701.29.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 97.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9701.29
What is HS code 970129?
HS code 970129 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Artwork; other than paintings, drawings, pastels mosaics, executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age exceeding 100 years. This specific and niche HS code covers original works of art, excluding paintings, drawings, pastels, and mosaics, that are over 100 years old and executed entirely by hand. This includes sculptures, engravings, prints, collages, and other forms of artistic expression that have achieved antique status. International trade in these items is highly specialized, involving art galleries, auction houses, private collectors, and museums. Importers and exporters are typically wealthy individuals, institutions, and specialized art dealers. Key considerations in trade include provenance, authenticity, condition, artistic significance, and compliance with cultural heritage laws and export/import restrictions, which can be stringent. Valuation is subjective and can be extremely high, often requiring expert appraisal and specialized shipping and insurance. The market is driven by historical value, rarity, and aesthetic appeal, with transactions often occurring in major global art hubs.
What products fall under HS code 970129?
Antique sculptures (marble, bronze, wood), vintage engravings, historical prints (e.g., etchings, lithographs), ancient collages, antique tapestries (artistic), historical ceramic art, antique art installations, pre-20th century art objects
What are common misclassifications for HS code 970129?
Can be confused with other antiques (970600) if not clearly an original work of art, or with more recent artworks (970199) if its age is less than 100 years, or with paintings/drawings (970191) if the medium is different.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 970129?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 970129 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($39M, 65% of world exports), Australia ($3.3M) and Norway ($3.1M). World exports came to about $60M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 970129?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 970129 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($14M, 38% of world imports), Spain ($3.9M) and the United Kingdom ($2.7M). World imports came to about $36M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 970129 structured?
HS code 970129 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 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 970129?
In Brazil, HS code 970129 is NCM 9701.29.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.