Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 91142000: Jewels for Watches and Clocks

The HS Code 91142000 refers to jewels that are used in watches and clocks. These jewels play a crucial role in the functioning and accuracy of timepieces, making them an essential component in the watchmaking industry.

When it comes to trade, the bound or most-favored-nation (MFN) duty rate for this HS code is free. This means that countries are not required to impose any import duties on jewels for watches and clocks. This duty-free treatment applies to all trading partners, ensuring equal trade opportunities.

The quantity unit for this HS code is measured in numbers (NO), indicating the number of jewels being imported or exported. This unit allows for accurate tracking and documentation of the trade volume for these specific goods.

There are also special tariff preference programs that provide additional benefits for importing jewels for watches and clocks. These programs offer duty-free treatment for eligible countries or regions. Some of the programs include:

• A+ Program: Imports from least-developed beneficiary developing countries eligible for Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) under this subheading receive duty-free treatment.
• AU Program: Australia provides a special rate under the Automotive Products Trade Act (APTA) for duty-free treatment.
• B Program: Bahrain offers a special rate for duty-free treatment.
• BH Program: NAFTA for Canada provides duty-free treatment for jewels imported from Canada.
• CA Program: Chile provides a special rate for duty-free treatment.
• CL Program: The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) offers duty-free treatment for jewels imported from eligible countries.
• D Program: The Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI) provides duty-free treatment.
• E Program: Israel offers a special rate for duty-free treatment.
• IL Program: The Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA) provides duty-free treatment.
• J Program: The Andean Trade Promotion and Drug Eradication Act (ATPDEA) offers duty-free treatment.
• J+ Program: Jordan provides a special rate for duty-free treatment.
• JO Program: Morocco offers a special rate for duty-free treatment.
• MA Program: NAFTA for Mexico provides duty-free treatment for jewels imported from Mexico.
• MX Program: Oman offers a special rate for duty-free treatment.
• OM Program: The Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA) provides duty-free treatment.
• P Program: Peru offers a special rate for duty-free treatment.
• PE Program: The Caribbean Basin Trade Partnership Act (CBTPA) provides duty-free treatment.
• R Program: Singapore offers a special rate for duty-free treatment.

Importing and exporting of jewels for watches and clocks under HS Code 91142000 are not limited to specific states within the United States. The code applies to all importing and exporting states, ensuring a nationwide application of regulations and benefits.

HS Code 91142000 covers the import and export of jewels used in watches and clocks. The code ensures duty-free treatment for these goods, promoting fair trade practices. Additionally, various special tariff preference programs offer additional benefits for eligible countries or regions. This encourages international trade and cooperation in the watchmaking industry.