Sankyo Ballerina Music Box from Mexico
A porcelain ballerina music box from Sankyo Japan with a rotating figurine and 18-note mechanical movement playing 'Swan Lake'. It qualifies under HTS 9208.10.00.00 as a music box due to its automatic mechanical music production, separate from fairground organs or other specified instruments.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document the Japanese origin and movement specs; Sankyo movements are renowned but must prove mechanical nature
• Avoid packaging that suggests toy use to prevent Chapter 95 misclassification