18K Gold Rolex Submariner Date Watch
This luxury wristwatch features an electrically operated quartz movement within an 18K solid gold case, measuring 40mm in diameter and less than 12mm thick, with a date complication and Cyclops lens. It falls under HTS 9101.19.80 as a wrist watch with case of precious metal (gold) that is electrically operated but not incorporating a stopwatch facility. The precious metal case distinguishes it from base metal watches in heading 9102.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If case is base metal with gold plating under minimum thickness
Cases not wholly precious metal or sufficiently clad fall under heading 9102 for base metal watches.
If mechanically operated with balance wheel and hairspring
Heading 9101 distinguishes mechanical from electrical movements; quartz/electrical go to .19 subheading.
If imported as jewelry article without timekeeping function
Chapter note 1(b) excludes articles classifiable as jewelry; must demonstrate primary timekeeping function.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide assay certificates verifying the precious metal content (e.g
• 18K gold purity) to avoid reclassification to base metal headings
• Declare the exact case material composition; cases clad with precious metal require proof of cladding thickness meeting HTS specifications
• Ensure movement dimensions do not exceed 12mm thickness/50mm width to qualify as watch movement under Chapter 91 notes
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