Pallet Stone Jewels for Chronograph Movements from Japan
Specialized impulse pallet jewels for chronograph watch escapements, typically made from synthetic ruby with hardened steel inserts. These critical jewels bear high-impact forces during stopwatch functions. HTS 9114.90.10.00 classification applies to all functional watch jewels regardless of position.
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
• Include engineering drawings showing escapement interface geometry for Customs verification
• Certify jewels meet ISO 3159 watchmaking standards for undisputed classification
• Ship in anti-static, humidity-controlled packaging to maintain jewel polish integrity