Basic Analog Quartz Stepper Motor Movement

Complete quartz watch movement with stepper motor for analog hand movement, electrically operated with zero jewels relying on electronic regulation. Designed for slim watch cases under Chapter 91 size limits. HTS 9108.19.40 applies to such jewel-less electrical movements.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9107.00Lower: 16.4% vs 17.5%

If for time recording apparatus

Movements principally for clocks or recording devices classify under 9107, not wristwatches.

8501.10.60Higher: 37.8% vs 17.5%

If stepper motor imported separately

AC motors under 37.5W not assembled into timekeeping movements fall in Chapter 85.

9108.19Same rate: 17.5%

If having two or more jewels

Same electrical operation but with additional jewels shifts to other subheading within 9108.19.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide engineering drawings showing stepper motor integration to confirm electrical operation over mechanical

Ensure no precious metal casing components to avoid heading 9101 classification

Maintain records of foreign content value for potential insular possession duty calculations

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