Engraved Medallion Case Center from Japan
A solid 18k gold-filled case center with a hand-engraved coat-of-arms medallion for heirloom watches, made of base metal with a heavy gold layer. Despite the gold layer, the base metal predominates, classifying this under tariff item 9111.90.00 as a watch case part.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Document the gold layer thickness and base metal composition to support classification
• Ensure the item is described as a watch case part, not as jewelry
• Keep records of the gold-filling process for CBSA verification