Black Forest Cuckoo Music Box
German Black Forest style music box combining cuckoo chime with waltz melody on wind-up. Under HTS 9208.10.00.00 as a mechanical music instrument, distinct from wall clocks.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If integrated clock movement
Wristwatches or clocks with musical alarms under Chapter 91.
If carved wood without mechanism
Statuettes and ornaments of wood.
If authentic cuckoo call via bellows
Mechanical singing birds subcategory.
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