Manual Wind Caliber 6497 Movement Kit from China

F.P. Journe/ETA 6497 large manual wind movement set unassembled, featuring 17 jewels, swan neck regulator, and three-quarter plate construction components. HTS 9110.11.00.00 for complete watch movements supplied as sets for pocket or wristwatch assembly within dimensional limits. Favored for minimalist dress watches.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Confirm dimensions qualify as 'watch movement' even for larger calibers

Document lack of electric components per chapter exclusion notes

Use protective packaging for delicate hairspring/balance assemblies during shipping