Balance Spring for Quartz-Analog Watch Movements

A hairspring component for quartz-regulated watch movements with mechanical display, ensuring precise time intervals as defined in chapter note 3. Classified under HTS 9114.90.38.00 as 'other' watch springs, separate from unassembled chapter 85 parts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+17.5%21.7%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇩🇪Germany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇯🇵Japan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8543.90.88Higher: 35% vs 21.7%

If unassembled components for general electronic timepieces

Chapter note 1(g) places unassembled chapter 85 articles not principally for watch movements outside this chapter.

7115.90Lower: 14% vs 21.7%

If made of precious metal or clad with precious metal

Precious metal watch parts generally fall under heading 7115 per chapter note 1(c).

8483.50.60Higher: 37.8% vs 21.7%

If for industrial precision machinery, not consumer watches

End-use determines classification; non-watch springs classify as machinery parts in chapter 84/85.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide movement diagrams showing integration with balance wheel/hairspring system to confirm chapter 91 applicability

Avoid bulk packaging that suggests parts for non-watch assembly; retail-ready packaging supports 'watch parts' status

Declare if springs exceed 50mm dimensions, risking exclusion from 'watch movement' definition in note 3

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