Lorus RX-Strap Metal Mesh Wristwatch from China
Quartz analog watch with fine stainless steel mesh strap, 8-jewel movement valued $9.50, 17.1mm width. Meets all HTS 9102.29.35 criteria: base metal strap, inexpensive movement over 15.2mm, 7-17 jewels. Water-resistant design.
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
• Mesh construction confirmed as base metal weaving technique
• Low jewel quartz movements still count functional jewels only
• Avoid valuation inflation from packaging/accessories