Battery-Powered Stepper Motor Watch Movement from Japan
Electrically operated watch movement using a stepper motor to advance mechanical hands, with single jewel bearing and quartz regulation, complete and assembled for direct watch case installation. Classified under 9108.11.40 for having no jewels or only one, with mechanical display only. Common in economical fashion watches.
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
• Include technical specs confirming electrical operation via battery/quartz and mechanical hands output; avoid mixing with digital display components to prevent Chapter 85 classification; document foreign content value for potential Insular Possessions duty rules