ETA 6497 Skeleton Movement Replica from Japan
Hand-wound 17-jewel movement replica with exposed escapement, valued $13.50 each for complete assembly status under HTS 9108.90.80.00. Popular in transparent dial dress watches.
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 mechanical regulation system (balance/hairspring) meets chapter 91 definition
• Value engineering documentation critical for sub-$15 proof
• Prefer licensed insular producers for duty-free quotas