Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classic 18K Gold from China
The iconic reversible Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso features an 18K pink gold rectangular case with manual wind movement containing 16 jewels valued over $15. Classified under HTS 9101.29.50 as a precious metal wristwatch per Chapter 91. The flip case design originated in 1931 for polo players.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document reversible case mechanism as integral wristwatch component for 9101 classification
• Include movement thickness/width measurements confirming Chapter 91 watch movement limits
• Separate sapphire crystal value from total movement valuation for accurate $15 threshold