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18K Gold Rolex Day-Date President Watch from Japan

This luxury wristwatch features an 18K gold case and bracelet with a President-style design, powered by a mechanical movement exceeding 17 jewels for superior precision. Classified under HTS 9101.99.80 as it has a precious metal case and high-jewel movement, distinguishing it from base metal watches in heading 9102. The automatic chronometer movement ensures timekeeping accuracy suitable for high-end horology.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify precious metal content (e.g

• 18K hallmark) with assay certificates to confirm classification under Chapter 91 heading 9101

• Declare exact jewel count in movement; over 17 jewels triggers this subheading—mismatch leads to reclassification and penalties

• For US insular possession products, check duty-free quotas under U.S

• Note 2; otherwise, expect column 1 rates