Gold Clad Titanium Quartz Watch from Japan
14K gold clad titanium case wristwatch with quartz movement having one jewel. While clad construction, solid gold thickness qualifies under HTS 9101.19.40 precious metal watch definition. Lightweight luxury alternative.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Measure gold cladding thickness (minimum 20 microns typically required for precious metal status)
• Provide metallurgical cross-section analysis confirming gold-to-base metal ratio
• Distinguish from electroplated watches under 9102 with detailed cladding specifications