Damascus Steel Watch Case Midcase from Japan
Pattern-welded Damascus steel middle ring forming the main watch case body between lugs. HTS 9111.90.70.00 as 'other' case part (not full case); prized for aesthetic layered patterns in custom watches.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Pattern verification photos required; declare forging process
• Higher value demands detailed origin certificates