Glashütte Original Senator 18K Gold Manual Watch from China
German precision watch with 18K white gold case, manual wind movement with 18 jewels, silicon balance spring. Classified under HTS 9101.29.90 for wristwatches precious metal case, manual movements over 17 jewels. Silicon components don't affect chapter classification.
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
• German manufacture may qualify for EU preferential treatment; document Glashütte origin
• Silicon balance springs innovative; classify as standard watch movement per notes
• PVD coatings on white gold scrutinized; verify solid construction