HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9703.90 – Sculptures and statuary; original, in any material, of an age not exceeding 100 years
HS code 9703.90 is the 6-digit subheading for sculptures and statuary, original, in any material, of an age not exceeding 100 years. It is used for bronze figures, marble busts, abstract metal sculptures, ceramic installations and glass art sculptures.
What HS 9703.90 covers
This HS code covers original sculptures and statuary of any material that are less than 100 years old, focusing on modern and contemporary works. This vibrant market involves living artists, art galleries, international art fairs, and private collectors. The value is driven by the artist's reputation, the artwork's aesthetic appeal, medium, and current market trends. Unlike antique sculptures, the emphasis here is often on innovation, artistic expression, and the artist's current standing. Importers and exporters include art dealers, investors, and institutions acquiring pieces for public display or private collections. The trade is global, with significant activity in major art centers, often requiring specialized logistics for transport due to size and fragility.
- Covers
- Bronze figures
- Marble busts
- Abstract metal sculptures
- Ceramic installations
- Glass art sculptures
- Kinetic sculptures
- Wood carvings
- Mixed media sculptures
- Examples
Jeff Koons' 'Balloon Dog' series, Damien Hirst's 'The Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living,' Anish Kapoor's 'Cloud Gate,' Ai Weiwei's 'Forever Bicycles'
Codes often confused with 9703.90
Common mistake. Can be confused with 970310 (sculptures exceeding 100 years) if age is miscalculated, or 970510 (collections of historical interest) if part of a broader collection rather than a standalone art piece.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 970390, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 970390 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 31% 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 $1.4B 32% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $741M 17% of world exports
- 3 France $398M 9.0% of world exports
World total: $4.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.4B 31% of world imports
- 2 Switzerland $507M 11% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $456M 10% of world imports
World total: $4.4B 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 9703.90
Brazil does not split HS 9703.90: its NCM code is 9703.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 97.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9703.90
What is HS code 970390?
HS code 970390 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Sculptures and statuary; original, in any material, of an age not exceeding 100 years. This HS code covers original sculptures and statuary of any material that are less than 100 years old, focusing on modern and contemporary works. This vibrant market involves living artists, art galleries, international art fairs, and private collectors. The value is driven by the artist's reputation, the artwork's aesthetic appeal, medium, and current market trends. Unlike antique sculptures, the emphasis here is often on innovation, artistic expression, and the artist's current standing. Importers and exporters include art dealers, investors, and institutions acquiring pieces for public display or private collections. The trade is global, with significant activity in major art centers, often requiring specialized logistics for transport due to size and fragility.
What products fall under HS code 970390?
Bronze figures, marble busts, abstract metal sculptures, ceramic installations, glass art sculptures, kinetic sculptures, wood carvings, mixed media sculptures
What are common misclassifications for HS code 970390?
Can be confused with 970310 (sculptures exceeding 100 years) if age is miscalculated, or 970510 (collections of historical interest) if part of a broader collection rather than a standalone art piece.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 970390?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 970390 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.4B, 32% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($741M) and France ($398M). World exports came to about $4.4B, 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 970390?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 970390 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.4B, 31% of world imports), Switzerland ($507M) and Hong Kong ($456M). World imports came to about $4.4B, 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 970390 structured?
HS code 970390 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (97) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 970390?
In Brazil, HS code 970390 is NCM 9703.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.