14K Gold 11-Jewel Mechanical Wristwatch from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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