Swatch Sistem51+ Quartz Watch from China
Swatch Sistem51+ minimalist quartz wristwatch with plastic case accents but metal primary structure, 0-jewel movement. HTS 9102.99.20 applies to this base metal cased watch with simple quartz mechanism under size limits. Plastic elements don't dominate classification.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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
• Specify predominant case material; metal primary keeps it in 9102 despite plastic bezel
• Retail packaging required; bulk shipments risk parts classification
• Jewel inspection certificates speed customs; Swatch uses 0-jewel movements