French Ormolu Mantel Clock 1765 from Germany
An 18th-century French ormolu-mounted mantel clock with enamel dial from 1765, featuring rococo gilt bronze. HTS 9706.10.00 covers it as an antique timepiece over 250 years old.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include mechanism inspection reports to confirm non-functional antique status
• Avoid working clocks, as they may reclassify as functional under Chapter 91
• Declare gold content accurately for ormolu valuation