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SITCSection 8
U.S. imports of non-metal watch straps, bands, and bracelets, and parts thereof (SITC 88593) totaled $8.1M in April 2026, traded with 30 countries.
Importers of Non-Metal Watch Straps, Bands, and Bracelets, and Parts Thereof paid $1.4M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 14% on $10.6M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataLeather, rubber, silicone, nylon, and textile watch straps — along with their component parts — make up this heading, which covers the broad non-metal segment of the watch accessories market. Silicone and rubber straps have grown significantly with the smartwatch segment, while leather remains dominant in traditional dress-watch categories. Material type is the primary classification variable separating these articles from their metal counterparts, and importers should specify substrate material precisely on commercial invoices, as leather, rubber, and textile straps may carry different duty rates at the HTS level.
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Silicone is a form of synthetic rubber, so silicone watch bands are generally classified within the non-metal watch strap heading alongside other rubber straps. However, at the HTS 10-digit level, the specific material (silicone vs. natural rubber vs. leather vs. textile) may determine the applicable subheading and duty rate. Importers should confirm the precise material composition with their customs broker.
When a watch is imported with an attached strap as a complete, functional unit, the entire article is typically classified as a watch rather than as separate components. Straps imported separately — whether as replacement parts or accessories — are classified in their own right under the applicable watch strap heading. Mixed shipments containing both watches and loose straps should be invoiced separately to avoid classification disputes.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWITZERLAND | $3.4M | $64K | -$3.3M |
| CHINA | $2.1M | $13K | -$2.1M |
| FRANCE | $1.4M | $25K | -$1.4M |
| VIETNAM | $303K | -- | -$303K |
| ITALY | $249K | -- | -$249K |
Monthly import values over time