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Stainless Steel Watch Back Case from Mexico

A precision-machined stainless steel back cover for wristwatches, featuring screw-down threading and engraved serial numbers. It forms the rear enclosure of the watch case, protecting the movement from water and dust. Classified under HTS 9111.90.50.00 as a specific watch case part known as 'backs'.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

16.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify material composition via spectrometry for accurate HTS classification; ensure engravings don't alter case heading

• Obtain supplier certifications confirming sole use as watch case backs

• Watch for misclassification as general metal parts under Chapter 73