Fine Art Discoveries fully organizes the shipping of your acquired artwork from the Netherlands to its new home. Shipping costs differ per destination and are shared before finalization of the purchase. From the Netherlands to the United States, you can expect a shipping time of between 6-9 workdays.

Importing art to the United States
When purchasing original fine art from a Dutch art gallery and shipping it to the United States, there are several costs you can expect to incur. Here is a breakdown of the potential costs:

1. Import Duties:
As mentioned earlier, original fine art often falls under Chapter 97 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and may be subject to a duty rate of 0%. However, double-check the specific HTS code to confirm this for the particular artwork you’re importing.

2. Customs Fees:
Customs processing fees may apply, typically including a Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF). This fee is often around 0.3464% of the declared value of the goods, with a minimum and maximum fee implemented (minimum around $27.75 and maximum around $538.40 for most imports).

3. State Sales Tax / VAT:
Once your artwork arrives in the U.S., you may be subject to local state sales tax, which varies by state. This tax is generally applied based on the purchase price of the artwork. Some states have sales tax exemptions for certain types of art, so it’s worth checking the specific regulations for the state you reside in.

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