Digital Programmable Thermostat Timer
A battery-powered digital thermostat with an integrated quartz clock movement that automatically adjusts heating and cooling based on programmed daily schedules. The quartz clock qualifies it as a time switch under tariff item 9107.00.90.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the primary function is temperature control rather than time switching
Thermostats for automatic temperature control are classified under this heading.
If the device is a programmable controller for electrical distribution
Programmable logic controllers and similar devices are classified under this heading.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the thermostat as a time switch with quartz movement, not as a heating control device
• Provide CBSA with technical documentation showing the clock function
• Verify Canadian electrical safety certifications for programmable thermostats
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