PVD Black Coated Watch Center from Japan
Stainless steel watch case center with PVD black titanium nitride coating for tactical/military watches. Includes integrated crown guards and drilled lugs. Coating doesn't affect HTS 9111.90.50.00 classification as centers.
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
• Coating adhesion test reports required; base metal determines duty
• Crown guard design proves watch specificity
• Distinguish from Chapter 83 decorative metalware