Quartz Alarm Clock with Single Jewel Balance from Japan

A compact quartz alarm clock featuring a single jewel in its mechanical balance system for precise timekeeping, measuring 45 mm in diameter. Designed to operate continuously for over 47 hours without rewinding, it includes a loud alarm function and is battery-powered. Classified under HTS 9105.19.20 due to its alarm clock design, small movement size, extended run time, and minimal jewel count as per chapter notes.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

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

Import Tips

Verify movement dimensions do not exceed 50 mm and confirm single jewel or jewel-less status with technical specs to avoid reclassification

Include battery safety certifications (e.g

UL) and ensure proper labeling of run time and alarm function for CBP compliance

Watch for common pitfalls like incomplete movement assembly which could shift classification to Chapter 85 unassembled parts