Balance Wheel Staff from China
Precision steel staff that pivots the balance wheel in mechanical watch movements. Core component of timekeeping regulation system, specifically classified under HTS 9114.90.40.00 for watches.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include movement specifications confirming dimensions meet watch movement definition (≤12mm thick)
• Technical drawings showing hairspring compatibility essential for documentation
• Distinguish from clock staffs by size and precision tolerances