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SITCSection 8
U.S. imports of battery-powered wrist watches with non-precious metal cases (SITC 88541) totaled $76.7M in April 2026, traded with 40 countries.
Importers of Battery-Powered Wrist Watches with Non-Precious Metal Cases paid $13.3M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 17% on $80.5M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataBattery-powered quartz wrist watches in base-metal, stainless-steel, plastic, or other non-precious cases represent the highest-volume segment of the US watch import market, spanning mass-market fashion timepieces to mid-range sport and smartwatch-adjacent designs. Because these goods originate heavily from China, importers should assess Section 301 tariff exposure, which applies on top of the standard column-one duty rate. Case material — confirmed as neither precious metal nor precious-metal-clad — is the threshold classification question separating this heading from the premium precious-metal categories.
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Yes. Wrist watches with non-precious-metal cases imported from China are subject to Section 301 additional tariffs. Importers should verify the current applicable list and rate with a licensed customs broker, as Section 301 coverage and rates have been subject to ongoing review and modification.
CBP's classification of smartwatches turns on the essential character of the article. If the device primarily functions as a timekeeping instrument with ancillary smart features, it is generally classified as a watch. If the timekeeping function is incidental to its primary function as a communication or computing device, a different HTS heading may apply. Given the complexity, importers should seek a binding ruling from CBP before large-scale importation.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWITZERLAND | $37.0M | $545K | -$36.4M |
| JAPAN | $26.6M | $129K | -$26.5M |
| CHINA | $5.2M | $11K | -$5.2M |
| THAILAND | $3.9M | -- | -$3.9M |
| CANADA | $27K | $3.7M | +$3.7M |
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Monthly import values over time