Cases of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal
Watch cases and parts thereof: > Cases of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 9111.10.00.00
18K Gold Solid Watch Case
A precision-engineered watch case made entirely of 18 karat gold, designed for luxury wristwatches. It falls under HTS 9111.10.00.00 as it is wholly composed of precious metal without any base metal core. These cases provide superior corrosion resistance and opulent aesthetics for high-end timepieces.
Platinum Clad Stainless Steel Watch Case
A stainless steel watch case precision-clad with a thick layer of platinum, meeting the 'metal clad with precious metal' definition. Classifies under HTS 9111.10.00.00 because the cladding constitutes significant precious metal content by weight. Used in luxury dive watches for durability and prestige.
14K White Gold Watch Case for Dress Watches
Elegant 14 karat white gold case specifically engineered for slim dress watches, featuring polished bezel and lugs. Falls squarely under HTS 9111.10.00.00 as solid precious metal construction. Provides sophisticated matte finish resistant to daily wear.
24K Gold Vermeil Watch Case
Sterling silver base thickly clad with 24 karat gold forming vermeil construction for watch cases. Qualifies under HTS 9111.10.00.00 as 'metal clad with precious metal' where gold layer meets minimum thickness standards. Popular in vintage revival luxury watches.
Palladium Solid Watch Case
Pure palladium watch case offering superior scratch resistance and lighter weight than platinum. Classifies under HTS 9111.10.00.00 as precious metal per HTSUS definitions including palladium. Ideal for modern minimalist luxury timepieces.
Rose Gold 18K Watch Case with Sapphire Crystal Fit
18K rose gold case precision-machined for sapphire crystal retention, featuring guilloché pattern dial window surround. HTS 9111.10.00.00 classification based on solid precious metal composition exclusive of crystal. Used in complicated mechanical watches.
Two-Tone Gold/Platinum Clad Watch Case
Bimetallic watch case with 18K gold bezel area clad over platinum-lugged base, creating distinctive two-tone luxury appearance. Meets HTS 9111.10.00.00 as combination precious metals or clad construction. Popular in sports chronograph designs.