Stainless Steel Watch Case Back from Japan
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 to protect the movement while allowing battery access in quartz models. Classified under HTS 9112.90.00.00 as a part of watch cases per Chapter 91 definitions.
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
• Confirm the part is specifically designed for clock/watch cases, not general metal components (Chapter 73/83 exclusion)
• Provide engineering drawings showing case-specific features like O-ring grooves to avoid reclassification
• For high-volume imports, check if assembly qualifies for insular possession duty exemptions under US Note