9208.90.00/Mechanical Singing Bird Box/Japan

Mechanical Singing Bird Box from Japan

An 18th-century style automaton with a feathered bird that flaps wings, opens beak, and produces chirping sounds via bellows and pipes when activated by lever. Classified under HTS 9208.90.00 as a mechanical musical instrument outside other Chapter 92 headings. Often gold-plated with jeweled accents for luxury appeal.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Document bellows and pipe functionality to distinguish from static decorative sculptures under Chapter 97

• Appraise based on working condition; non-functional units risk classification as collectors' pieces

• Include videos of operation in customs entry to prove musical instrument status