Palladium Clad Watch Case Middle from China
The main body section of a watch case clad with palladium over base metal core, used in medical-grade luxury watches. HTS 9111.90.40.00 applies due to precious metal cladding construction per Chapter 91 definitions. Offers hypoallergenic properties.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26.4%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit XRF analysis confirming palladium cladding meets thickness requirements
• Document biocompatibility testing if marketing as medical/hypoallergenic
• Maintain production records showing cladding process vs mere surface plating