Brass Clock Movement Plate from Japan
A brass base plate that holds the gear train and escapement in mantel clock movements. Classified under HTS 9114.40.80.00 as an 'other' clock movement plate, distinct from general metal parts due to its specific timekeeping function.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.2%
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
• Provide engineering specs confirming compatibility only with clock movements to justify Chapter 91
• Label with exact dimensions to prove compliance with watch movement size limits if applicable
• Avoid common pitfall of misclassifying as Chapter 83 decorative hardware