Gold-Plated Aluminum Lightweight Watch Case 36mm

Ultra-light 36mm aluminum watch case electroplated with gold for women's fashion watches. As a base metal (aluminum) gold-plated case, it is classified in HTS 9111.20.20.00, suitable for timepieces under chapter definitions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.4%+17.5%22.9%
🇲🇽Mexico5.4%+10.0%15.4%
🇨🇦Canada5.4%+10.0%15.4%
🇩🇪Germany5.4%+10.0%15.4%
🇯🇵Japan5.4%+10.0%15.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7616.99.51Higher: 37.5% vs 22.9%

If for industrial precision instrument use

Note 4 allows dual-use parts to chapter 91, but general aluminum articles go to Chapter 76.

9111.90.40Higher: 23.9% vs 22.9%

If other case parts like bezels only

Heading 9111.90 covers parts other than complete cases.

7113.19.50Higher: 23% vs 22.9%

If chains attached forming jewelry

Chapter exclusion note 1(b) sends watch chains to 7113.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm aluminum alloy not qualifying as precious; test for plating adhesion standards; declare weight savings for lightweight claims

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