Porcelain Figurine Clock from Japan
Hand-painted porcelain figurine clock featuring floral design with embedded quartz timepiece, valued $45. HTS 9105.99.60.00 classification as other clock over $5 where timekeeping is principal function despite decorative exterior. Meets chapter 91 time-determining requirements.
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
• Demonstrate timepiece as essential component vs decorative sculpture through design specs
• Value declaration must separate porcelain artistry from clock mechanism costs
• Fragile packaging declarations needed for porcelain imports