Seiko Quartz Clock Movement EP588 from China

The Seiko EP588 is a complete, assembled electrically operated quartz clock movement valued over $5 each, featuring a stepper motor and high torque output for smooth second hand operation. It includes mounting hardware and is designed for wall clocks, fitting standard 3/4-inch shaft holes. Classified under HTS 9109.10.80 as it meets the definition of a watch/clock movement regulated by quartz crystal with dimensions under 12mm thick and 50mm wide.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Verify movement dimensions do not exceed 12mm thickness/50mm width per Chapter 91 notes to avoid reclassification

Provide detailed value documentation including component costs to substantiate 'over $5 each' for correct duty rate

Ensure no escapement mechanism is present, as articles of heading 8412 without escapement are excluded from this chapter