Flat Hairspring for Vintage Pocket Watch Restoration from Japan
Traditional flat hairspring for restoring antique mechanical pocket watches, fitting movements under 50mm diameter limit. HTS 9114.90.38.00 covers such 'other' springs as clock/watch parts despite restoration context.
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
• Include historical movement specifications confirming size compatibility with note 3 watch movement definition
• Avoid 'universal spring' labeling that suggests non-watch applications, risking section XV classification
• For bulk restoration lots, maintain individual item records; aggregate valuation can trigger part vs. scrap scrutiny