Pendulum Clock Bottom Plate from Japan
Reinforced bottom plate for pendulum-regulated clock movements, with suspension spring and weight arbor mounts. Falls under HTS 9114.40.40.00 as essential assembly plate for gravity-driven timekeepers like regulator clocks. Accommodates heavy bob pendulum systems.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include load-bearing specs and pendulum frequency data; use anti-corrosion treatments for humidity
• Pitfall: weight misdeclaration as furniture hardware