Precious Metal Stop-Watch 10 Jewels from Mexico
14K gold cased stopwatch with 10-jewel mechanical movement valued at $14, designed for timing events. Classifies under HTS 9101.99.40 as precious metal watch (not excluded by chapter notes) with low-value mid-jewel movement. Includes sweep second hand functionality.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Distinguish from sports timers—must have timekeeping display for Chapter 91, not pure stopwatches
• CBP may test escapement mechanism to confirm regulated movement per chapter definitions
• Mark 'stop-watch' explicitly; misdescription as wristwatch risks penalties