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Symons TimeGuard Mechanical Totalizing Time Recorder

Symons TimeGuard provides totalized hours calculation on punch cards using synchronous motor. As other interval/time recording apparatus, it falls under HTS 9106.90.85.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.3%+37.5%39.8%
🇲🇽Mexico2.3%+10.0%12.3%
🇨🇦Canada2.3%+10.0%12.3%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8470.10.00Lower: 37.5% vs 39.8%

If electronic with programmable calculating capability

Electronic calculators exceed simple time-recording scope.

9029.90.40.00Higher: 43.5% vs 39.8%

If for laboratory speed/ revolution counting

Lab counting devices without clock movements classify under measuring instruments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Highlight totalizing function as time-recording feature; avoid calculator classification

• Include sample time cards in documentation for function verification

• Ensure motor specs meet chapter requirements for synchronous operation

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