Rotor and Oscillator Assembly for Automatic Watches from Japan
Pre-assembled rotor with ball bearings and oscillator bridge, joined inseparably for automatic winding mechanisms in mechanical watches. Classified under HTS 9114.90.15.00 as a watch movement subassembly of multiple fastened parts essential for self-winding timepieces.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include bills of materials showing value of foreign components if from insular possessions to claim duty benefits under US note
• Ensure assembly isn't disassemblable without damage to qualify as 'inseparable' per HTS definition
• Label clearly as 'watch movement parts only' to prevent retail classification errors