9114.90.50.00/Watch Balance Staff Jewels/Japan

Watch Balance Staff Jewels from Japan

Synthetic ruby jewels that reduce friction on balance staff pivots in mechanical watches. These fall under HTS 9114.90.50.00 as other precision watch parts. Critical for maintaining accuracy and longevity.

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%

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Import Tips

• Specify hole jewel vs cap jewel function

• Include hardness specifications

• Not to be confused with bearing balls (excluded)