Seiko 7S26 Pillar Plate from China
Pillar plate for the Seiko 7S26 automatic movement, acting as the bottom structural element that supports gears, jewels, and the mainspring barrel. Essential for Japanese workhorse calibers used in mid-range watches. Falls under HTS 9114.40.20.00 for watch movement bottom or pillar plates.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include Seiko part number NH35/7S26 documentation and exploded diagrams for customs verification
• Japanese origin typically incurs column 1 duties; explore NAFTA/USMCA if assembled in Mexico
• Ensure plates meet size limits (under 50mm) to qualify as watch movement parts per chapter note 3