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Stainless Steel Watch Band Clasp from China

A precision-engineered clasp made of base metal (stainless steel) designed specifically for securing stainless steel watch bands. It features a fold-over mechanism with safety lock, gold-plated finish optional, and falls under HTS 9113.20.90.00 as a part of base metal watch straps not specified elsewhere. This component is essential for adjustable fit and durability in luxury and casual watches.

Duty Rate — China → United States

28.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Verify base metal composition via material certificates to confirm classification under 9113, avoiding reclassification to precious metal headings

Include detailed part diagrams and assembly instructions in documentation to distinguish from complete watch straps

Check for gold/silver plating thickness; excessive plating may shift to 7117 if exceeding base metal criteria