Rhodium-Plated Gold Lugs Set from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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