Tissot Le Locle Automatic Regulateur from Japan
Regulator-style mechanical wristwatch with 11-jewel ETA movement valued over $15, silver dial, steel case. HTS 9102.29.50 applies to its jewel count and value in non-precious case, excluding chapter exclusions like unassembled parts. Suitable for retail as finished watch.
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
• Obtain Swiss export certificate verifying movement specs to support classification
• Ensure not classified as parts if fully cased; chapter notes specify finished articles
• Monitor duty refunds via insular certificates if qualifying assembly