ETA 2801 Watch Movement from Japan
The ETA 2801 is a complete, assembled mechanical watch movement with no jewels, measuring 25.6 mm in diameter and 3.65 mm thick, well under the 33.8 mm limit of HTS 9108.90.10.00. It features a manual wind mechanism and is widely used in entry-level Swiss watches. Classified here due to its jewel-less construction and compact size per Chapter 91 definitions.
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
• Verify movement dimensions do not exceed 33.8 mm and confirm zero jewels via technical specs to avoid reclassification to jeweled categories
• For insular possession imports, ensure compliance with US Note quotas and assembly requirements for duty-free entry
• Provide detailed technical drawings and jewel count certification to CBP to prevent valuation disputes