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

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)

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