Reuge Music Box Mechanism from Mexico
Precision-engineered mechanical movement from Reuge, designed specifically for music boxes, featuring a cylinder and comb system to play melodies when wound. Classified under HTS 9209.99.61.00 as a part (mechanism) for music boxes. It produces sound through mechanical pins plucking tuned teeth, essential for traditional music box operation.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify mechanism compatibility with music box casing via technical specs to avoid misclassification as a complete instrument
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'music box mechanism' and country of origin, as many are from Switzerland or Germany
• Check for anti-dumping duties on certain European precision mechanisms; obtain advance rulings for complex assemblies