Gold-Plated Metal Watch Case
A base metal watch case with thick 18K gold plating that meets wear-resistance standards. Despite the plating, it is primarily a metal case and not precious metal per Chapter 91 notes, so it falls under tariff item 9112.20.00.
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 |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the plating is not considered inlaid precious metal, which would shift to heading 91.02
• Provide lab reports on plating thickness to avoid misclassification
• Declare the base metal composition accurately for CBSA
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