Church Tower Carillon Bell Set from Japan
A set of 23 tuned bronze bells ranging from soprano to bass, designed for installation in church towers to produce melodic peals. Classified under HTS 9206.00.60.00 as a set of tuned bells known as carillons, specifically for architectural integration and automated or manual ringing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the bells are pre-tuned as a matched set with documentation from the manufacturer; obtain certificates confirming they meet carillon pitch standards
• Ensure structural compliance for tower installation if applicable
• Avoid misclassification by proving they are not individual bells or untuned percussion