Quartz Watch Movement with LCD Display

A complete electrically operated watch movement using quartz crystal regulation with an LCD digital display, featuring no jewels or only one jewel for minimal mechanical components. It measures under 12mm thick and 50mm wide, suitable for assembly into wristwatches. Classified under 9108.19.40 as an electrically operated movement without significant jeweled bearings.

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.

9108.11Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If mechanically operated with balance wheel

Heading 9108.11 covers spring-driven watch movements, not electrically operated quartz types.

8483.50.90Higher: 37.8% vs 17.5%

If exceeding size limits or for other instruments

Movements unsuitable solely for watches (e.g., larger than 50mm) fall under machinery parts per Chapter 91 exclusion.

8501.10.40Higher: 39.4% vs 17.5%

If imported as unassembled electric motor components

Separate electric motors not yet assembled into watch movements classify in Chapter 85 per note 1(e).

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify movement dimensions do not exceed 12mm thickness and 50mm width per Chapter 91 note 3 to avoid reclassification

Include technical specs confirming quartz regulation and jewel count (0-1) in commercial invoice to support 9108.19.40 classification

Check for insular possessions duty exemptions under US Note if applicable, but ensure compliance with wage verification requirements

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