Grandfather Clock from English Manor from Japan
19th-century English grandfather clock maintained in the decedent's country home. This household effect qualifies under 9804.00.85 as personal property owned by U.S. citizen who died abroad.
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
• Drain oil from clock mechanism; secure pendulum/works; provide clockmaker appraisal; document family history of ownership