Seiko NH35A Automatic Mechanical Movement from Japan
The Seiko NH35A is a fully assembled automatic watch movement featuring 24 jewels, qualifying under HTS 9108.20.40.00 due to exceeding 17 jewels and automatic self-winding capability. It includes day/date complications and adheres to watch movement size limits in Chapter 91 notes. Widely used in dive watches and everyday timepieces for its durability.
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
• Document exact jewel count (24 for NH35A) and automatic winding mechanism to avoid reclassification to manual wind headings
• Check for foreign component origins if from US insular possessions to claim duty-free entry under quota limits
• Ensure no escapement-less construction, which would exclude from Chapter 91 per notes