Gold and Diamond Accent Dress Watch from China
Women's dress watch with 18K gold case accented by small diamonds (not in movement), 0-jewel quartz works. Precious metal case qualifies for HTS 9101.99.20 despite gem accents on exterior. Sophisticated evening wear accessory.
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
• Distinguish bezel diamonds (7103) from movement jewels; only latter affect 91 subheadings
• Declare total precious metal weight excluding gem settings for accurate valuation
• Use GIA certificates for diamonds to facilitate separate jewelry tariff if challenged