Slim Quartz Movement for Dress Watches from Japan
Ultra-thin electrically operated quartz movement for luxury dress watches, featuring one synthetic jewel in the conducting mechanism and quartz regulation. Thickness under 5mm for high-end assembly. Classified in 9108.19.40 for electrical watch movements with minimal jewels.
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
• Certify exact jewel count via manufacturer affidavit to prevent upgrade to jeweled categories
• Use HTS description matching invoices precisely to avoid CBP reclassification during exam
• Consider advance ruling from CBP for high-value movements to confirm 9108.19.40 duty treatment