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SITCSection 8
U.S. imports of non-battery watch movements (SITC 88552) totaled $2.4M in July 2026, traded with 20 countries.
Importers of Non-Battery Watch Movements paid $210K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 9.0% on $2.3M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Non-Battery Watch Movements imports of $2.4M in July 2026 ran 17% above the year-to-date monthly average of $2.0M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataMechanical and automatic watch movements — driven by mainspring energy rather than a battery — are the core components of traditional fine watchmaking and command significant value as standalone trade goods for both OEM assembly and the watch repair aftermarket. Switzerland is the dominant origin for high-grade mechanical movements, and the movement's jewel count, frequency, and complication level are the commercial specifications that drive pricing and, in some cases, valuation disputes at entry. Importers should ensure that movement specifications are fully documented on commercial invoices, as CBP appraisement of high-value movements is closely scrutinized.
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125 shipments/mo
At the SITC level captured here, jewel count is not the primary classification criterion — the power source (non-battery) is. However, at the more detailed HTS 10-digit level, jewel count and the number of balance-wheel adjustments can determine the specific tariff line and applicable duty rate. Importers should confirm the precise HTS subheading with a licensed customs broker using the movement's technical specifications.
Related-party transactions require CBP to determine whether the transfer price is acceptable under the transaction value method or whether an alternative valuation method (deductive, computed, or fallback) must be used. Importers in related-party movement transactions should be prepared to demonstrate that the price was not influenced by the relationship, typically through a transfer pricing study or comparable uncontrolled price analysis.
ImportsExports
Imports
$2.4MYoY · Pro
Exports
$969KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
origin
Switzerland and China together supply 93% of it.
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Census does not publish district detail for this classification system.
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Census does not publish state detail for this classification system.
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