Gunmetal Cushion Watch Case
A bronze alloy (gunmetal) cushion-shaped watch case that develops a natural patina over time, popular for marine chronometers. It is a copper alloy case, not precious metal, so it falls under tariff item 9111.80.00 as an 'other case'.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the case is made of precious metal
Precious metal cases are classified under a different tariff item.
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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
• Confirm the exact bronze alloy composition to ensure it is not considered a precious metal alloy
• Be aware that patina development is a natural process and does not affect classification
• Keep supplier documentation for the case's dimensions and design
Related Products under Tariff item 9111.80.00
Aluminum Skeleton Watch Case
An open-worked aluminum watch case designed to showcase the mechanical movement inside, with cut-out sides and a mineral crystal. It is a base metal case for a wristwatch, not made of precious metal, so it falls under tariff item 9111.80.00 as an 'other case'.
Brass Plated Pilot Watch Case
A vintage-style brass watch case with a PVD coating, designed for aviation chronographs and featuring an oversized crown. It is a base metal case with a surface treatment, not precious metal, so it is classified as an 'other case' under tariff item 9111.80.00.
Bronze Coin Edge Bezel Case
A naval bronze watch case with a distinctive coin-edge bezel texture for enhanced grip, designed for nautical chronometers. It is a copper alloy case, not precious metal, so it falls under tariff item 9111.80.00 as an 'other case'.
Ceramic Unidirectional Bezel Watch Case
A high-tech ceramic watch case with a rotating unidirectional bezel insert for diver timing, offering scratch resistance. It is a non-metal case, not precious metal, so it is classified as an 'other case' under tariff item 9111.80.00.
Composite Carbon Fiber Watch Case
An ultra-light carbon fiber reinforced polymer watch case for racing chronographs, with titanium inserts. It is a non-metal case, not precious metal, so it falls under tariff item 9111.80.00 as an 'other case'.
Damascus Steel Pattern Watch Case
A pattern-welded Damascus steel watch case with a distinctive layered forging pattern, combining multiple steel alloys. It is a base metal case, not precious metal, so it is classified as an 'other case' under tariff item 9111.80.00.