9102.11.50 - With gold- or silver-plated case

This HTS category, 9102.11.50, specifically classifies wrist watches that are electrically operated and feature a mechanical display. Crucially, these watches are distinguished by having their cases made of gold or silver, or by being gold- or silver-plated. The "mechanical display only" designation signifies that the time is shown through traditional hands moving over a dial, as opposed to digital readouts.

The defining characteristic that separates this category from its sibling, 9102.11.65 (Other), is the specific material composition of the watch case. While both are electrically operated wrist watches with mechanical displays, 9102.11.50 is reserved for those with cases exhibiting precious metal plating or constructed from gold or silver, whereas the "Other" category would encompass watches with cases made from different materials such as plastics, stainless steel, or other non-precious metals.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification under 9102.11.50 is on confirming that the watch is an electrically operated wrist watch with a mechanical display, and that its case is either solid gold, solid silver, or gold- or silver-plated. This ensures accurate tariff application based on the value-added component of the precious metal casing.