9102.11.70 - With gold- or silver-plated case

This HTS category, 9102.11.70, specifically classifies wristwatches that are electrically operated and feature a mechanical display. The key defining characteristic within this subcategory is that the case of the wristwatch is made of or plated with gold or silver. This includes watches where the precious metal plating is a significant visible component of the exterior casing.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 9102.11.95, by the specific material of the watch case. While both fall under electrically operated wristwatches with mechanical displays, 9102.11.95 would cover watches with cases made from other materials, such as stainless steel, plastic, or other base metals not plated with gold or silver. The presence of gold or silver plating on the case is the exclusive criterion for classification under 9102.11.70.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification decisions at this level hinge entirely on the presence of a gold or silver-plated case, in conjunction with the previously established criteria of being an electrically operated wristwatch with a mechanical display.