Escapement Assembly with Pallet Fork and Escape Wheel from Japan
Precision subassembly consisting of pallet fork, escape wheel, and mounting plate riveted together for mechanical watch escapements. This falls under HTS 9114.90.15.00 as an inseparable multi-part assembly specifically for watch movements.
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
• Obtain advance ruling from CBP on inseparability if using novel joining methods like laser welding
• Maintain records proving the assembly's dimensions fit watch movement specs (max 12mm thick)
• Check for column 1 vs column 2 rates based on foreign content origin percentages per US insular possession notes