14K Gold 11-Jewel Mechanical Wristwatch from China
This elegant wristwatch features a 14K gold case and a mechanical movement with 11 jewels, valued over $15 each. It falls under HTS 9101.99.60 as a watch with a precious metal case and movement meeting the jewel count and value criteria per Chapter 91 notes. The balance wheel and hairspring mechanism qualifies it as a watch movement under heading 9101.
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
• Verify movement value exceeds $15 with supplier invoices; ensure jewel count certification for 7-17 range
• Confirm case is wholly precious metal per note 1 to avoid reclassification
• Declare exact karat purity to prevent undervaluation penalties