Mechanical Harpsichord Bird from Japan
Jeweled automaton bird perched on miniature harpsichord that plays trills via beak and wing movements. Luxury collectible classified under HTS 9208.90.00.80 mechanical singing birds. 18th-century design reproduction.
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
• Professional appraisal required for gemstone/metal content declaration
• Climate-controlled shipping mandatory for mechanism preservation
• Cultural heritage export permits may apply from source country