Platinum Clad Gold Luxury Watch
A luxury wristwatch with a case made of gold clad with platinum, fitted with a 4-jewel automatic movement. As the case is of precious metal (gold base with precious cladding), it falls under heading 91.01, which covers watches with cases wholly of precious metal or metal clad with precious metal. The movement meets the Chapter 91 definition of a watch movement, being regulated by a balance-wheel and hairspring and within the specified dimensions.
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 were of base metal, even with precious metal inlay
Watches with base metal cases, even if inlaid with precious metal, fall under heading 91.02 per Chapter Note 2.
If the watch were battery-powered (quartz) rather than automatic
Quartz watches with precious metal cases are classified under a different subheading within heading 91.01.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the case is genuinely gold clad with platinum and not merely plated, as plating would change classification
• Keep documentation of the movement's jewel count and value for CBSA verification
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