Citizen Promaster Mechanical Diver's Watch NY0040 from Germany
Citizen Promaster NY0040 features a hand-wound mechanical movement with 21 jewels valued over $15, stainless steel case, and 200m water resistance for professional diving. Classified under HTS 9102.99.60 for wristwatches with mechanical movements having over 7 but not over 17 jewels, movement value exceeding $15. Meets chapter definition of watch movement regulated by balance wheel and hairspring.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document movement cost separately on commercial invoice; CBP values assembled watch movement for >$15 threshold
• Confirm not 'electrically operated' per chapter notes to avoid 9102.2X classification
• For diver's watches, ensure water resistance claims match specifications to prevent misclassification as toy watches