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U.S. imports of watch cases of base metal, gold or silver plated (HS 911120) totaled $783K in April 2026, traded with 9 countries.
Importers of Watch Cases of Base Metal, Gold or Silver Plated paid $194K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 25% on $783K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Watch Cases of Base Metal, Gold or Silver Plated imports of $783K in April 2026 ran 37% above the year-to-date monthly average of $572K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataBase-metal watch cases — whether left in their natural finish or electroplated with gold or silver — are the workhorse of the mid-market watch industry, and China is the dominant US supplier under this heading by a wide margin. The US schedule separates gold- or silver-plated base metal cases (9111202000) from unplated base metal cases (9111204000), a distinction that affects both duty treatment and the marketing claims a finished watch can carry. Switzerland, Finland, Germany, and Sweden also appear in the supplier mix, reflecting European sourcing for branded and specialty applications.
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Electroplated cases — where gold or silver is deposited by electrolysis in a thin layer — are classified under 911120 as base metal cases. Cases where precious metal is mechanically bonded (gold-filled, rolled gold plate) in a thicker, more substantial layer fall under 911110. The method of application and the proportion of precious metal are the determining factors.
Yes, watch cases of base metal originating in China are subject to Section 301 tariffs. Importers should confirm the current applicable list and rate for the specific 10-digit line at entry, as Section 301 coverage and exclusion status can change with USTR administrative actions.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINA | $732K | -- | -$732K |
| SWITZERLAND | $35K | $32K | -$3K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $3K | $10K | +$7K |
| GERMANY | $13K | -- | -$13K |
| FRANCE | -- | -- | -- |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9111204000 | WATCH CASES OF BASE METAL,EXC GOLD/SILVER PLATED | $773K | 24.75% | $191K |
| 9111202000 | WATCH CASES OF BASE METAL GOLD OR SILVER PLATED | $10K | 23.21% | $2K |
WATCH CASES OF BASE METAL,EXC GOLD/SILVER PLATED
WATCH CASES OF BASE METAL GOLD OR SILVER PLATED
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9111200000 | WATCH CASES OF BASE METALS, GOLD OR SILVER PLATED | $42K |
WATCH CASES OF BASE METALS, GOLD OR SILVER PLATED
3.1K no
WRST WATCH, NT BATTERY, CASE BASE METAL, AUTOMATIC
HS 910221
WRST WATCH, BATTERY, MECHANICAL DISPLY, BASE METAL
HS 910211
WRST WATCH, NT BATTERY, PRECIOUS METAL, AUTOMATIC
HS 910121
WRIST WATCHES, NT BATTERY, BASE METAL, W/O AUTOMAT
HS 910229
WRST WATCH, BATTERY, PRECIOUS METAL, MECH DISPLAY
HS 910111
WRIST WATCHE, NT BATTERY, PRECIOUS METAL W/O AUTOM
HS 910129
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANCHORAGE, AK | $672K | -- | -$672K |
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $21K | $32K | +$11K |
| DALLAS-FORT WORTH, TX | $35K | -- | -$35K |