Bulk Synthetic Sapphire Watch Jewels (1000 pieces)
A factory-packed tray of 1000 identical synthetic sapphire jewels for high-volume watch assembly lines. Each jewel is precision-ground to a standard 1.20mm pivot hole diameter, serving as bearings in watch movements. These are watch jewels, classified under this tariff item as parts of clocks or watches.
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
• For bulk shipments, ensure the invoice clearly describes the goods as watch jewels to prevent customs delays
• Consider using a customs broker familiar with watch parts classification
• Verify the jewels are not assembled into movements, which would change the classification
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