ETA 6497-1 Hand-Wound Base for Automatic Conversion from Japan
ETA 6497-1 large manual movement often fitted with aftermarket automatic rotors; when complete with auto-winding, classifies under HTS 9108.20.80.00 as assembled automatic movement.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document modification history if converted from manual to prove automatic function
• Larger movements near size limits; measure precisely before declaration
• Common in custom watches; declare as movement only, not finished product