HS 910191 Other

The import duty rates for HS code 910191 can vary significantly depending on the importing country and any applicable trade agreements. For example, under the UK Global Tariff, the standard rate is 35%. In the EU, under TARIC, rates can be complex, often including a combination of ad valorem and specific duties, such as 4.50% MIN 0.30 EUR / p/st MAX 0.80 EUR / p/st. The USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule may list a rate of 4.3% ad valorem for 'other' watches not specified elsewhere in the chapter. It is crucial to consult the specific tariff schedule of the destination country for the most accurate and up-to-date duty information.

The calculation method depends on the duty rate structure. If the duty is purely ad valorem (a percentage of the value), it's straightforward. For instance, if a country applies a 4.3% ad valorem duty on a watch valued at $1,000, the duty would be $1,000 × 0.043 = $43. However, if a specific duty (per piece) or a compound duty (ad valorem plus specific) is applied, the calculation will be different. For a rate like '0.20 GBP / p/st' (0.20 GBP per piece), importing 10 watches would incur a duty of 10 × 0.20 GBP = 2.00 GBP. For a compound rate like '4.50% MIN 0.30 EUR / p/st MAX 0.80 EUR / p/st', you would calculate both the ad valorem and specific duty components and apply the minimum or maximum as stipulated, or the higher/lower of the two, depending on the exact wording of the tariff. Always verify the calculation basis with the official tariff.

Standard import documentation for HS code 910191 includes a commercial invoice detailing the value, quantity, and description of the watches; a packing list; a bill of lading or air waybill; and an import declaration. Given that these watches often involve precious metals, additional documentation may be required, such as a certificate of origin to claim preferential treatment under trade agreements, and potentially assay certificates or declarations confirming the presence and purity of precious metals, especially if specific duties or regulations apply to such materials. Importers should also be prepared for potential inspections by customs authorities.

HS code 910191 is a residual category for watches and clocks with cases of precious metal or metal clad with precious metal that are not specifically covered by other subheadings within Chapter 91. For wrist-watches and pocket-watches, the primary classification is usually based on whether they are battery-powered, mechanical, or optical. If a watch has a case made of gold, silver, platinum, or their alloys, or is clad with these precious metals, and it doesn't fit into more specific categories (e.g., certain types of chronometers or watches with specific functions), it will fall under 9101.91. The key is the material of the case and that it is not otherwise specified.

Trade agreements can significantly reduce or eliminate import duties for goods originating from partner countries. For HS code 910191, if a watch is manufactured in a country that has an FTA with the importing country, and it meets the rules of origin stipulated in that agreement, it may be eligible for preferential duty rates, potentially even 'Free' entry. For example, if an FTA allows for duty-free import of watches from Country A into Country B, and the watches classified under 910191 are certified as originating from Country A, the importer would present proof of origin (like a Certificate of Origin) to claim this benefit. It is essential to verify the specific rules of origin and preferential duty rates for each relevant trade agreement.