Mechanical Kitchen Timer Motor from Japan
Spring-operated motor with bell chime used in egg timers and kitchen countdown devices, tensioned by rotating a dial to set time via escapement. Falls under HTS 8412.80.1000 due to its spring-driven mechanical motion for timing.
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%
Import Tips
• Provide torque specifications to prove spring operation; avoid packaging with digital displays to prevent misclassification; ensure food-contact safe materials if for kitchen use