Brass Ship's Bell from Japan
A traditional brass bell used on ships for signaling time or alarms, mounted on a wooden or metal base. It falls under HTS 8306.10.00.00 as a nonelectric bell made of base metal, specifically brass, designed to produce sound by striking. These are common nautical decor items.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the bell is nonelectric and primarily base metal (e.g
• brass, steel) to avoid misclassification under electrical goods in Chapter 85
• Provide detailed photos and material composition certificates during customs entry to confirm it's a functional bell, not a toy