Seiko 5 Sports Automatic Quartz Hybrid Watch from Japan
Electrically operated quartz wristwatch with automatic hand-winding feature and day/date display in stainless steel case. Classified in HTS 9102.91.80 as 'Other' electrically operated, where quartz regulation determines electrical status over secondary mechanical elements. Popular for everyday wear.
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
• Specify quartz crystal regulation in technical docs to differentiate from pure mechanical classifications
• Avoid bundling with jewelry sets; separate entries prevent reclassification as imitation jewelry
• Monitor annual ITC consumption reports for insular duty-free quota impacts on pricing