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Silk Textile Watch Band with Gold-Plated Tang from Japan

Luxurious woven silk textile band with 18k gold-plated stainless steel tang buckle, designed for dress watches with precious metal cases and movements over 17 jewels. Keeper loops match strap color. Textile material classification under 9101.29.70.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Silk purity certificates mandatory; blended fibers require exact percentage declaration

• Gold plating on tang limited to thin layer; thick plating becomes jewelry classification

• Dry clean only labeling required for silk; washing instructions prevent shrinkage claims