ETA 2801 Watch Movement from Mexico

The ETA 2801 is a complete, assembled mechanical watch movement with 17 jewels, measuring approximately 25.6 mm in diameter, well under the 33.8 mm limit for HTS 9108.90.30.00. It features a balance wheel and hairspring regulation system for precise timekeeping, suitable for installation in wristwatches. This classification applies to movements having over 1 but not over 7 jewels in the specified size range.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify exact jewel count (2-7) and dimensions ≤33.8mm with calipers; provide technical specs sheet from manufacturer

Include certificate of origin and assembly confirmation to qualify for potential insular possession duty exemptions

Avoid common pitfall of misclassifying as parts if not fully assembled with display system capability