Citizen QH Series Clock Movement

Citizen QH series electrically operated quartz movements valued over $5 each, featuring silent operation and high accuracy (±15 sec/month). Complete assembled units with central second hand and fitting for desk/wall clocks. HTS 9109.10.80 applies to these compact, electrically powered complete clock 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.

9102.91.20Same rate: 17.5%

If when incorporated into complete wristwatch assembly

Assembled into finished watches shifts classification from movements to complete timepieces.

8501.10.40Higher: 39.4% vs 17.5%

If battery-powered but lacks hairspring/quartz time regulation

Simple battery motors without precise timekeeping classify under 8501 electric motors.

9031.41.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If precision timing for industrial measurement equipment

Note 4 excludes movements principally for precision instruments outside Chapter 91.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Maintain records proving suitability for clocks/watches vs. other instruments to comply with Chapter Note 4

Use correct statistical suffix for movements over $5; undervaluation leads to penalties

Check for prohibited foreign components from Column 2 countries if claiming insular possession benefits

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