Vintage Style 18K Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch 11 Jewels
A manual wind wristwatch in a solid 18K gold case with a 15.5 mm thick movement and 11 jewels. The movement thickness exceeds 12 mm, excluding it from subheading 9101.22, and the precious metal case places it under this residual tariff item.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5% | — | 5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the case is of base metal rather than precious metal
Wristwatches with base metal cases, even with precious metal inlay, are classified in heading 91.02.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• For vintage-style watches, provide documentation of the gold content and authenticity to avoid misclassification
• Note that the movement thickness must be measured excluding the winding stem, per Chapter Note 3
• If the watch is an antique (over 100 years old), consider whether it qualifies for duty-free entry under another provision
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