Unitas 6497-1 Rough Manual Movement from Japan
The large Unitas 6497-1 manual wind rough movement with 17 jewels, ideal for pocket watches but dimensionally qualifying for wristwatches. Falls under HTS 9110.19.00.00 as rough watch movement pre-regulation. Popular in modular watch constructions.
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
• Confirm dimensions against 50mm limit despite large size to avoid clock movement classification
• Manual wind movements need balance wheel/hairspring verification documentation
• Consider bulk packaging declarations for cost efficiency in valuation