18K White Gold Pocket Watch Conversion Wristwatch 12 Jewels from China
A wristwatch adapted from pocket watch design with 18K white gold case and mechanical movement of 17 mm thickness containing 12 jewels, movement valued at $12. Classified in HTS 9101.29.40 due to precious metal case, jewel count between 7-17, and thickness over 15.2 mm per chapter definitions. Suitable for dress wear with classic styling.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Provide karat markings and metal composition lab reports for white gold authentication; measure and certify movement thickness precisely as conversions from pocket watches often exceed 15.2 mm; declare exact jewel count to prevent undervaluation penalties