Product classification
HS code for Collectible antiques: 9706.90
Antiques, of an age exceeding 100 years but not exceeding 250 years.
Classification of collectible antiques under HS 9706.90
HS code 9706.90 is reserved for antiques that have surpassed the age of 100 years. The classification within Chapter 97 is unique because it prioritizes the age and historical value of the object over its functional utility. For an item to be classified here, it must be demonstrably older than a century. Subheading 9706.90 specifically captures items that do not exceed 250 years in some jurisdictions, though the primary international distinction is the 100-year threshold. This classification is crucial for customs purposes as many countries offer duty-free entry for genuine antiques. The classification excludes items that are considered works of art (like original paintings) which fall under 9701, or collections of zoological or historical interest which fall under 9705. To qualify for 9706.90, the importer must often provide certificates of antiquity or expert appraisals to satisfy customs authorities regarding the item's age.
- Covers
- Antique furniture older than 100 years
- Antique silverware and metalware
- Century-old ceramic vases and pottery
- Antique clocks and watches
- Textiles and rugs exceeding 100 years of age
- Also under 9706.90
- Tiffany Studios lamps
- Lalique glass vases
- Stickley Mission furniture
- Fabergé Imperial Eggs
- William Morris textiles
Codes often confused with 9706.90
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 9701, which is for paintings, drawings, and pastels. While a painting may be 200 years old, it remains in 9701. Another error is 9705, which is for items of historical or ethnographic interest that are part of a collection, regardless of age. Items less than 100 years old must be classified by their constituent material (e.g., wood furniture in Chapter 94).
Top exporters and importers of HS 970690 (the code used for collectible antiques), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 970690 (the code used for collectible antiques) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, with 34% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 970690, not only collectible antiques.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $314M 23% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $265M 20% of world exports
- 3 Switzerland $205M 15% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Hong Kong $552M 34% of world imports
- 2 United States $278M 17% of world imports
- 3 Switzerland $229M 14% of world imports
World total: $1.6B 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 collectible antiques
Brazil classifies collectible antiques under NCM 9706.90.00: HS 9706.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about collectible antiques
What is the HS code for Collectible antiques?
The HS code for Collectible antiques is 970690 (Antiques; of an age exceeding 100 years but not exceeding 250 years). The HS code for antiques exceeding 100 years of age is 9706.90.
How do I classify Collectible antiques for customs?
Collectible antiques is classified under HS code 970690 — Antiques; of an age exceeding 100 years but not exceeding 250 years. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How is the age of an antique verified for customs?
Verification typically requires a certificate of authenticity, an expert appraisal, or historical documentation proving the item was manufactured more than 100 years ago.
Which countries are the top exporters of collectible antiques (HS 970690)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 970690 (the code used for collectible antiques) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($314M, 23% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($265M) and Switzerland ($205M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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 collectible antiques (HS 970690)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 970690 (the code used for collectible antiques) in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($552M, 34% of world imports), the United States ($278M) and Switzerland ($229M). World imports came to about $1.6B, 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.
Is the HS code for Collectible antiques the same in all countries?
The base HS code 970690 for Collectible antiques is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for collectible antiques in Brazil?
In Brazil, collectible antiques (HS 970690) is classified under NCM 9706.90.00.