Traveler's Leather Watch from Mexico
A wristwatch with leather strap personally owned and used daily by the traveler for over a year abroad. Classifiable under 9804.00.20 as personal effects in possession prior to US departure, appropriate for personal use only.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Engraving or service records help prove ownership; avoid new-looking watches; secondary inspection may verify personal use