Omega De Ville Prestige 18K Gold Chronograph from China
This Omega De Ville Prestige features an 18K gold case with chronograph function, powered by a Co-Axial movement with 14 jewels valued over $15. It qualifies for HTS 9101.29.50 as a precious metal cased wristwatch incorporating stopwatch facility per Chapter 91. The sector dial and feuille hands add vintage elegance.
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
• Classify chronograph complication under 'whether or not incorporating stopwatch facility' provision of 9101.29
• Document that balance wheel/hairspring system meets Chapter 91 watch movement definition
• Avoid valuation pitfalls by separating case gold content from movement value in entry documentation