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Shipping Antiquarian Books from France to the USA
Yes, we ship to the United States — and our antiquarian books are duty-free.
Order with confidence: secure payment, tracked shipping, and clear customs information.
📦 Shipping Options
| Service | Delivery time | Cost | Tracking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colissimo International Tracked | 7-12 business days | From $25 (1 book) to $60 (heavy lot) | ✅ Yes, end-to-end |
| DHL Express | 3-5 business days | From $45 | ✅ Yes + signature |
| Chronopost International | 4-7 business days | From $35 | ✅ Yes |
Exact cost calculated at checkout based on weight and destination ZIP.
💵 US Customs: Books Are Duty-Free
Since August 29, 2025, the $800 de-minimis exemption has been suspended for all imports to the USA. However, antiquarian books retain their duty-free status under U.S. tariff code HTS 9903.01.31 (“informational materials” exception).
What this means for you:
- ✅ No import duties on antiquarian books, regardless of value
- ✅ No VAT/sales tax at the federal level
- ✅ Standard USPS / DHL delivery — books pass customs as informational materials
- ⚠️ State sales tax may apply at delivery (varies: CA, NY, FL collect; many states exempt)
📋 Customs Documentation We Provide
Every shipment to the USA includes:
- CN22 / CN23 customs form declaring: “Used antiquarian books — informational materials — HTS 9903.01.31”
- Commercial invoice in English (book title, author, year, value in USD)
- Pro forma invoice if requested by customs broker
- Provenance certificate for high-value items ($1000+)
🛡️ Trust & Protection
- PayPal Buyer Protection on all transactions
- 30-day satisfaction guarantee: full refund if the book differs from our description (we take it back at our cost)
- Insured shipping on all orders over $500 (declared value + tracking)
- Secure HTTPS checkout (TLS 1.3, no card data stored)
- Established 1995 in Paris, member of the French Federation of Booksellers
💳 Payment Methods Accepted from USA
- Credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover
- PayPal (recommended for Buyer Protection)
- Amazon Pay (coming soon)
- Bank wire transfer (SWIFT) — for orders $2000+
Prices displayed in EUR (€) by default. Multi-currency display in USD ($) coming soon. Current exchange rate: $1 ≈ €0.92.
📍 Estimated Delivery to Major US Cities
| New York, Boston, DC | 7-10 days (Colissimo) · 3-4 days (DHL) |
| Chicago, Houston, Atlanta | 8-12 days · 4-5 days |
| Los Angeles, San Francisco | 10-14 days · 4-6 days |
| Hawaii, Alaska | 12-18 days · 5-7 days |
❓ FAQ for US Buyers
Will I have to pay anything extra at delivery?
No federal duties on antiquarian books (HTS 9903.01.31). State sales tax may apply depending on your state (typically 0% to 9%). The carrier may charge a small handling fee ($5-15) for customs processing on items over $800.
What if my book is damaged in transit?
All shipments are insured. Take a photo immediately upon delivery and contact us within 7 days. We refund the full purchase price including return shipping.
Do you ship signed first editions and rare manuscripts?
Yes, with extra care. High-value items ($500+) ship insured + signature required. We provide provenance documentation when available.
How long does customs clearance take?
Typically 1-3 business days for antiquarian books in 2026. Books rarely require physical inspection thanks to their well-established duty-free status.
Can I return a book if I’m not satisfied?
Yes, within 30 days of delivery. Free returns are not standard for international shipping (you cover return postage), but we issue a full refund upon receipt of the book in its original condition.
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Questions about shipping to the USA? Contact us — we typically reply within 24 hours (Paris business hours: 10am-6pm CET / 4am-12pm EST).
🌎 State-specific shipping pages
Detailed shipping info, sales tax, delivery times, university partners, and antiquarian book fairs for each US state:
New York · California · Massachusetts · Texas · Illinois