HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9702.10 – Engravings, prints and lithographs; original of an age exceeding 100 years
HS code 9702.10 is the 6-digit subheading for engravings, prints and lithographs, original of an age exceeding 100 years. It is used for rembrandt etchings, goya aquatints, Dürer woodcuts, toulouse-Lautrec lithographs and piranesi engravings.
What HS 9702.10 covers
This specific HS code is dedicated to original engravings, prints, and lithographs that possess significant historical value, being over 100 years old. This classification distinguishes them from modern prints and reproductions, placing them firmly within the antique art market. The international trade of these venerable artworks primarily involves specialized antique print dealers, fine art galleries focusing on old master prints, discerning private collectors, and institutional museums. Countries with a rich artistic heritage and established antique markets, such as the UK, France, Germany, Italy, and the US, are often key players in both importing and exporting these items. The trade demands rigorous authentication, thorough provenance research, and extremely careful handling due to the age and fragility of the works. Valuation is heavily influenced by the artist's renown, the print's condition, its rarity (e.g., specific edition numbers), and its historical significance. Customs procedures may involve navigating cultural heritage regulations and potential export restrictions for items deemed national treasures. These works offer a tangible connection to past artistic movements and techniques, making them highly sought after by connoisseurs and institutions globally.
- Covers
- Rembrandt etchings
- Goya aquatints
- Dürer woodcuts
- Toulouse-Lautrec lithographs
- Piranesi engravings
- Hogarth prints
- Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints (e.g., Hokusai)
- Audubon bird prints (original editions)
- Examples
- Rembrandt's "The Three Crosses" (etching)
- Francisco Goya's "Los Caprichos" series (aquatints)
- Albrecht Dürer's "Melencolia I" (engraving)
- Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's "Moulin Rouge: La Goulue" (lithograph)
- Katsushika Hokusai's "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" (woodblock print)
Codes often confused with 9702.10
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with 970290 (other original engravings, prints and lithographs, not exceeding 100 years) or even 491191 (other printed matter, pictures, designs and photographs), primarily due to the critical "age exceeding 100 years" criterion and the "original" distinction. The age and originality are paramount for correct classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 970210, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 970210 in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 42% 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 Kingdom $35M 27% of world exports
- 2 United States $28M 22% of world exports
- 3 Switzerland $27M 22% of world exports
World total: $126M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $45M 42% of world imports
- 2 Switzerland $18M 17% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $16M 15% of world imports
World total: $107M 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 9702.10
Brazil does not split HS 9702.10: its NCM code is 9702.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 97.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9702.10
What is HS code 970210?
HS code 970210 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Engravings, prints and lithographs; original of an age exceeding 100 years. This specific HS code is dedicated to original engravings, prints, and lithographs that possess significant historical value, being over 100 years old. This classification distinguishes them from modern prints and reproductions, placing them firmly within the antique art market. The international trade of these venerable artworks primarily involves specialized antique print dealers, fine art galleries focusing on old master prints, discerning private collectors, and institutional museums. Countries with a rich artistic heritage and established antique markets, such as the UK, France, Germany, Italy, and the US, are often key players in both importing and exporting these items. The trade demands rigorous authentication, thorough provenance research, and extremely careful handling due to the age and fragility of the works. Valuation is heavily influenced by the artist's renown, the print's condition, its rarity (e.g., specific edition numbers), and its historical significance. Customs procedures may involve navigating cultural heritage regulations and potential export restrictions for items deemed national treasures. These works offer a tangible connection to past artistic movements and techniques, making them highly sought after by connoisseurs and institutions globally.
What products fall under HS code 970210?
Rembrandt etchings, Goya aquatints, Dürer woodcuts, Toulouse-Lautrec lithographs, Piranesi engravings, Hogarth prints, Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints (e.g., Hokusai), Audubon bird prints (original editions)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 970210?
This code is frequently confused with 970290 (other original engravings, prints and lithographs, not exceeding 100 years) or even 491191 (other printed matter, pictures, designs and photographs), primarily due to the critical "age exceeding 100 years" criterion and the "original" distinction. The age and originality are paramount for correct classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 970210?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 970210 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($35M, 27% of world exports), the United States ($28M) and Switzerland ($27M). World exports came to about $126M, 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 970210?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 970210 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($45M, 42% of world imports), Switzerland ($18M) and the United Kingdom ($16M). World imports came to about $107M, 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 970210 structured?
HS code 970210 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (97) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 970210?
In Brazil, HS code 970210 is NCM 9702.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.