HS Code 9705.21.00.00
Collections and collectors' pieces of archaeological, ethnographic, historical, zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, paleontological or numismatic interest. - Collections and collectors' pieces of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical or paleontological interest: - Human specimens and parts thereofNote: The General Tariff rate that applies to goods of this tariff item is the Most-Favoured-Nation Tariff rate.
Most Favoured Nation (MFN) Rate
Free
About HS Code 9705.21.00.00
HS code 9705.21.00.00 is a Canadian 10-digit tariff item covering Collections and collectors' pieces of archaeological, ethnographic, historical, zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, paleontological or numismatic interest. - Collections and collectors' pieces of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical or paleontological interest: - Human specimens and parts thereofNote: The General Tariff rate that applies to goods of this tariff item is the Most-Favoured-Nation Tariff rate.. It falls under Chapter 97 — Works of art, antiques of the Canadian Customs Tariff, within heading 9705 and subheading 9705.21. This code is used by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to determine customs duties, taxes, and regulatory compliance when you import into Canada.
The MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty rate for 9705.21.00.00 is Free. This means no customs duty is charged regardless of the country of origin, though GST/HST and other applicable taxes still apply. 20 preferential trade agreements are available for this code, of which 20 offer duty-free access (for example: Commonwealth Caribbean Countries Tariff, Least Developed Country Tariff, General Preferential Tariff, United States Tariff, Mexico Tariff).
Key trade agreement eligibility: CUSMA (USA, Mexico) duty-free · CETA (EU) duty-free · CPTPP (Asia-Pacific) duty-free.
Example Calculation for 9705.21.00.00
If you import CAD $10,000 worth of goods classified under HS code 9705.21.00.00 into Canada (without a preferential trade agreement), here is the approximate cost breakdown:
| Value for Duty (VFD) | $10,000 |
| MFN Duty (Free) | $0 |
| GST (5%) | $500 |
| Total Landed Cost (approx.) | $10,500 |
Illustrative example. Does not include surtaxes, SIMA, excise duties, freight, provincial HST/PST, or trade-agreement exemptions. Use our calculator for an exact figure.
Frequently Asked Questions about HS Code 9705.21.00.00
What is HS code 9705.21.00.00?
HS code 9705.21.00.00 is a Canadian 10-digit tariff item used by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to classify imports of "Collections and collectors' pieces of archaeological, ethnographic, historical, zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, paleontological or numismatic interest. - Collections and collectors' pieces of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical or paleontological interest: - Human specimens and parts thereofNote: The General Tariff rate that applies to goods of this tariff item is the Most-Favoured-Nation Tariff rate.". It sits under Chapter 97 (Works of art, antiques) of the Canadian Customs Tariff.
What is the Canadian import duty rate for 9705.21.00.00?
Imports classified under HS code 9705.21.00.00 are duty-free at the MFN (Most Favoured Nation) rate. You still pay GST/HST and other applicable taxes. Use our calculator to see the full landed cost.
Can I import 9705.21.00.00 duty-free from the USA or Mexico under CUSMA?
Yes. HS code 9705.21.00.00 is duty-free under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) when the goods originate in the US or Mexico and you provide a valid certification of origin. GST/HST still applies on import.
Does CETA apply to HS code 9705.21.00.00?
Yes. Imports of HS code 9705.21.00.00 from the European Union enter Canada duty-free under the Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) with a valid origin declaration from the EU exporter.
What surtaxes or SIMA duties apply to HS code 9705.21.00.00?
Our calculator automatically checks retaliatory surtaxes (US steel & aluminum, Chinese EVs, etc.) and SIMA anti-dumping duties for 9705.21.00.00. Enter the country of origin in the calculator to see the complete list of duties that apply to your shipment.
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20 applicable trade agreements
| Code | Trade Agreement | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| CCoFTA | Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CEPT | Canada-EFTA Preferential Tariff | Free |
| CETA | Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement | Free |
| CHFTA | Canada-Honduras Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CIAT | Canada-Israel Agreement Tariff | Free |
| CJFTA | Canada-Jordan Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CKFTA | Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CPaFTA | Canada-Panama Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CPFTA | Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CUKTCA | Canada-United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement | Free |
| CT | Chile Tariff | Free |
| CCCT | Commonwealth Caribbean Countries Tariff | Free |
| CPTPP | Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership | Free |
| CRT | Costa Rica Tariff | Free |
| GPT | General Preferential Tariff | Free |
| IT | Iceland Tariff | Free |
| LDCT | Least Developed Country Tariff | Free |
| MT | Mexico Tariff | Free |
| UAT | Ukraine Tariff | Free |
| UST | United States Tariff | Free |
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Related HS Codes
Other codes under chapter 97
| HS Code | Description | MFN Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 9705.10.00.00 | Collections and collectors' pieces of archaeological, ethnographic, historical, zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, paleontological or numismatic interest. - Collections and collectors' pieces of archaeological, ethnographic or historical interestNote: The General Tariff rate that applies to goods of this tariff item is the Most-Favoured-Nation Tariff rate. | Free |
| 9705.22.00.00 | Collections and collectors' pieces of archaeological, ethnographic, historical, zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, paleontological or numismatic interest. - Collections and collectors' pieces of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical or paleontological interest: - Extinct or endangered species and parts thereofNote: The General Tariff rate that applies to goods of this tariff item is the Most-Favoured-Nation Tariff rate. | Free |
| 9705.29.00.00 | Collections and collectors' pieces of archaeological, ethnographic, historical, zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, paleontological or numismatic interest. - Collections and collectors' pieces of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical or paleontological interest: - OtherNote: The General Tariff rate that applies to goods of this tariff item is the Most-Favoured-Nation Tariff rate. | Free |
| 9705.31.00.00 | Collections and collectors' pieces of archaeological, ethnographic, historical, zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, paleontological or numismatic interest. - Collections and collectors' pieces of numismatic interest: - Of an age exceeding 100 yearsNote: The General Tariff rate that applies to goods of this tariff item is the Most-Favoured-Nation Tariff rate. | Free |
| 9705.39.00.00 | Collections and collectors' pieces of archaeological, ethnographic, historical, zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, paleontological or numismatic interest. - Collections and collectors' pieces of numismatic interest: - OtherNote: The General Tariff rate that applies to goods of this tariff item is the Most-Favoured-Nation Tariff rate. | Free |
Real products CBSA has classified
From CBSA advance rulings on tariff classification. Each ruling concerns one specific good.
Rulings in heading 9705
Related goods, classified elsewhere in this heading.
- Taxidermied Animal Skulls9705.29.00.00