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Mechanical Wind-Up Alarm Clock Zero Jewels from Japan

Traditional mechanical alarm clock with synthetic ruby-free movement (zero jewels), 45 mm diameter, guaranteed 52 hours running time. Features hammered bell alarm and wooden base. Perfectly fits HTS 9105.19.20 specifications for non-jeweled alarm clocks.

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

• Mechanical certificates must specify 'no jewels' explicitly; jeweler inspection reports strengthen claims

• Wood components require phytosanitary certificates if treated; declare base material accurately

• Runtime claims trigger CBP testing; maintain 10% reserve above minimum 47 hours