Piaget Altiplano 18K Rose Gold Skeleton Watch from Japan
Record-thin skeletonized wristwatch in 18K rose gold case with manual movement exposing 21 jewels, ultra-minimalist design. HTS 9101.29.90 applies to wristwatches with precious metal cases, manual movements over 17 jewels regardless of skeletonized construction. Skeleton dial doesn't affect heading classification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Skeleton movements require exploded parts diagrams verifying all jewels accounted for in count
• Rose gold color variants need spectrographic analysis confirming precious metal alloy composition
• High-value skeleton watches subject to enhanced anti-smuggling examinations; use bonded carriers