Gold-Plated Watch Bezel Insert from Mexico
Ceramic bezel ring with gold plating used in diver's watches for dive timing. Falls under HTS 9114.90.40.00 as other watch parts; precious metal cladding noted but primarily functional ceramic component.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare precious metal content accurately for potential drawback claims
• Provide material assays for gold plating to support Chapter 91 classification over Chapter 71
• Ensure bezel is imported unassembled to avoid complete watch classification