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Quartz Alarm Clock Movement with LED Display

This complete electrically operated quartz movement is designed specifically for alarm clocks, featuring a balance wheel and hairspring system with LED display capability under 12mm thick and 50mm wide. It falls under HTS 9109.10.30 as a fully assembled clock movement valued not over $5 each, electrically operated for alarm clock use. Ideal for integration into small clock housings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+12.5%12.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8501.10.40Higher: 41.9% vs 12.5%

If not yet assembled into complete movement

Unassembled electrically operated components fall under Chapter 85 motors per chapter exclusion note 1(g).

9114.90.10Higher: 20% vs 12.5%

If suitable for both clocks and precision instruments

Dual-use movements are classified in heading 9114 per chapter note 4, not exclusively clock-specific.

8483.50.90Higher: 52.8% vs 12.5%

If exceeding 50mm width/diameter

Movements outside chapter size limits fall to other machinery headings like 8483 for timing mechanisms.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify movement dimensions do not exceed 12mm thickness/50mm width per chapter notes to avoid reclassification

• Include detailed value declarations and assembly certificates; undervaluation of bulk shipments is a common CBP audit trigger

• Label as 'complete assembled clock movement' to distinguish from unassembled parts under Chapter 85