Seiko NH35A Rough Mechanical Movement from Germany
The Seiko NH35A rough movement is a hacking, hand-winding automatic caliber with 24 jewels, delivered uncalibrated for final adjustment. Classified under HTS 9110.19.00.00 as it constitutes a rough watch movement regulated by traditional mechanical escapement within chapter size constraints. Watch assemblers finish and test it before casing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
19%
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
Import Tips
• Include manufacturer specs confirming mechanical regulation system to distinguish from quartz or electronic movements
• Label shipments clearly as 'rough, unadjusted watch movements' with jewel count and beat rate to facilitate CBP examination
• For high-volume imports, explore US insular possession certificates if applicable, ensuring minimum assembly compliance