Rhodium-Plated Gold Lugs Set
Four solid 18K gold strap lugs with rhodium plating for scratch resistance, attaching case to bracelet. HTS 9111.90.40.00 classification applies as integral precious metal watch case components. Precision machined for perfect strap alignment.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If lugs designed for jewelry rather than watches
Precious metal findings for general jewelry use classify under heading 7113.
If titanium or stainless steel construction
Non-precious metal lugs use the 'other materials' watch case parts subheading.
If imported attached to leather straps
Strap assemblies with metal fittings may classify as articles of apparel.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare both gold alloy and rhodium plating weights separately for accurate valuation
• Demonstrate lugs cannot function independently of case (drilled mounting holes)
• Avoid importing pre-attached to bracelets to prevent strap assembly classification
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