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LED Desk Alarm Clock

Battery-powered LED desk alarm clock with large display and beeper alarm, wholesale value $2.80 each. Fits HTS 9105.19.40.00 for low-value 'other' alarm clocks not specified elsewhere in heading 9105.19. Often sold in multi-packs for office supply stores.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.4%+12.5%18.9%
🇲🇽Mexico6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇨🇦Canada6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9105Same rate: 18.9%

If not an alarm clock but other complete clock movement

Non-alarm 'other clocks' have separate subheadings based on electromechanical operation.

9114.90.40Higher: 28.8% vs 18.9%

If imported as incomplete clock parts

State of completion matters; parts suitable solely for clocks classify in 9114.

8543.70Lower: 15.1% vs 18.9%

If quartz crystal element imported separately

Unassembled electronic components fall to chapter 85 per exclusion note 1(e).

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Test for proper watch/clock movement definition (balance wheel/quartz ≤12mm thick) per chapter note 3

• Avoid importing with jewelry/watch parts that could invoke section XV exclusions

• For bulk shipments, use commercial invoices specifying unit value and HTS for smooth FDA/CBP clearance