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HS Code 91091920: Clock Movements and Special Tariff Preference Programs

The HS Code 91091920 refers to clock movements that are not elsewhere specified or included (nesoi), complete and assembled, electrically operated, with a display, and measuring not over 50 mm in width or diameter. These clock movements are used in various types of clocks and timekeeping devices.

When importing clock movements under this HS code, it is important to consider the applicable tariff rates and any special tariff preference programs that may be available. The bound / MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for clock movements is 20 cents each, with an additional 3.5% duty on the battery component.

Trade barriers and market openings are subject to certain principles of non-discrimination. This means that when a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it must do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. This principle ensures fair and equal treatment in international trade.

The quantity unit for clock movements under HS Code 91091920 is the number (NO), indicating the total number of clock movements being imported.

There are several special tariff preference programs that may apply to clock movements imported under this HS code. These programs provide duty-free or reduced-duty treatment based on specific criteria. Some of the special tariff preference programs applicable to clock movements under HS Code 91091920 include:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) for least-developed beneficiary developing countries
• Australia Special Rate under the Automotive Products Trade Act (APTA)
• Bahrain Special Rate
• Agreement on Trade in Civil Aircraft
• NAFTA for Canada
• Chile Special Rate
• Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA)
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI)
• Israel Special Rate
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA)
• Jordan Special Rate
• Morocco Special Rate
• NAFTA for Mexico
• Oman Special Rate
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA)
• Peru Special Rate
• Singapore Special Rate

It is important to review the specific eligibility criteria and documentation requirements for each of these special tariff preference programs to ensure compliance and take advantage of any available duty-free or reduced-duty treatment.

When importing clock movements under HS Code 91091920 to the United States, it is essential to consider the importing and exporting US states. In this case, the Virgin Islands is mentioned as an exporting US state.

HS Code 91091920 pertains to clock movements that are complete and assembled, electrically operated, with a display, and measuring not over 50 mm in width or diameter. Importers should be aware of the applicable tariff rates, including the bound / MFN duty rate and any additional duties on specific components. Additionally, understanding and utilizing the available special tariff preference programs can provide cost-saving opportunities for importers of clock movements.

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