Digital Alarm Clock with Snooze Function from Japan
A compact battery-operated digital alarm clock valued under $5, featuring LED display, snooze button, and simple time setting. It falls under HTS 9105.19.40.00 as an 'other' alarm clock not exceeding $5 in value, excluding wall, table, or mantel types. Commonly imported in bulk for discount retail.
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
• Verify appraised value per unit does not exceed $5 with detailed invoices to qualify for this low-duty subheading
• Ensure clocks operate without escapement if electric to avoid reclassification under heading 8412 per chapter notes
• Provide battery safety certifications (e.g
• RoHS) as common CBP scrutiny point for low-cost electronics