iHome iDL44 Lightning Dock Alarm Clock from China
iHome alarm clock with integrated Lightning charging dock for iOS devices, dual alarms, and USB port, valued over $5. Classified in HTS 9105.19.50.00 as an electric alarm clock where timekeeping remains principal function despite charging capability. Dimensions comply with chapter limits for clock housing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Document that clock mechanism is principal function vs charging; include USB certification (UL/FCC); avoid bulk packaging that suggests commercial rather than consumer use