Battery-Operated Automotive Dashboard Clock from China
This electric clock is designed for installation in vehicle instrument panels, featuring a quartz movement exceeding 50 mm in diameter for clear readability while driving. It operates on battery power and displays time in 12-hour format with analog hands. Classified under HTS 9104.00.30 as an electric instrument panel clock for vehicles valued over $10, with movement size over 50 mm.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify movement dimensions exceed 50 mm and unit value surpasses $10 with detailed invoices to avoid reclassification
• Include vehicle compatibility certifications and ensure battery compliance with DOT hazardous materials regulations
• Label clearly as 'vehicle instrument panel clock' to prevent confusion with consumer wristwatches