White Gold IWC Portugieser Quartz from Japan
Large dress watch in 18K white gold with leaf hands, railroad chapter ring, and high-precision quartz movement. Classified under HTS 9101.19.80 for electrical operation in precious metal case. Complies with Chapter 91 thickness/width limitations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Large case sizes approach 50mm limit; provide engineering drawings confirming dimensions
• White gold rhodium plating wears; import with plating specifications to avoid base metal doubt
• High value requires CBP Form 3495 for reconciliation if value adjustments expected