Digital Plug-In Time Switch Timer from China
A compact digital timer with a clock movement that plugs directly into wall outlets to control appliances like lamps or fans on a schedule. It falls under HTS 9107.00.40 as a time switch with clock or watch movement valued not over $5 each, used for automated on/off cycling. Common in household automation for energy savings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify unit value does not exceed $5 with commercial invoice; declare as time switch not clock
• Ensure FCC compliance for electronic components
• Avoid misclassification as general electrical timers in 8537 by confirming clock movement presence