Grandfather Clock Carillon Chime Set from Japan
Integrated set of 8-12 tuned bells within a grandfather clock case, striking Westminster or other quarter-hour melodies. HTS 9206.00.60.00 applies as these are sets of tuned bells functioning as carillons in horological instruments.
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
• Include clock movement specifications showing bell integration; declare as musical component set not standalone clock
• Ensure anti-tarnish packaging for brass bells during transit
• Pitfall: full clocks classify under 9103, so separate musical set imports