Howard Miller Quartz Wall Clock from Japan
This is a battery-powered quartz wall clock with a movement measuring 45 mm in diameter, featuring a wooden frame and Arabic numeral dial. It falls under HTS 9105.29.10 because it is a wall clock with a small movement (under 50 mm) not designed to operate over 47 hours without battery replacement or rewinding equivalent. The clock requires periodic battery changes for continuous operation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify movement dimensions do not exceed 50 mm in width/diameter with technical specs from manufacturer to avoid reclassification
• Include battery labeling and power source documentation; ensure no precious metal case to stay out of heading 9101