Museum Quality Miniature Clock Diorama from Japan
Artistic miniature clock scene with functional quartz watch movement centerpiece. Classified 9103.90.00 as clock with watch movement where timekeeping remains principal function.
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
• Appraisal documentation required to establish timekeeping vs artistic value
• Avoid decorative sculpture classification by emphasizing operational movement
• Customs artwork declaration may affect duty treatment and inspection