Titanium Dive Watch Case

Lightweight Grade 5 titanium case engineered for professional dive watches, with helium escape valve and 300m pressure rating. Classified under HTS 9112.20.40.00 as a metal case dedicated for Chapter 91 timepieces. Excludes any movement, dial, or hands assembly.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+17.5%21%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇩🇪Germany3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇯🇵Japan3.5%+10.0%13.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8108.90.60Higher: 40% vs 21%

If marketed for industrial instruments rather than timepieces

Titanium articles for non-Chapter 91 uses fall under base metal chapter specific to titanium

8481.80.90Higher: 37% vs 21%

If designed as pressure vessel without timekeeping specificity

Functions as valve or regulator housing under machinery chapter when not watch-dedicated

9114.90.10Lower: 17.5% vs 21%

If imported as part of complete watch movement assembly

Watch parts including cases with movements classify under heading 9114

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include pressure test certifications proving dive watch suitability to distinguish from general titanium housings

Avoid importing with crystal/glass pre-installed, as complete case assemblies may shift to heading 9112.90

Check for US insular possession origin benefits under Chapter 91 notes for potential duty exemptions

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