9102.29 - Other:

This HTS category, 9102.29, encompasses wrist watches, excluding those with precious metal cases and bands (which fall under 9101), that do not fall under the specific classification of watches with automatic winding mechanisms (9102.21). Therefore, it covers a broad range of wrist watches that are typically manually wound or powered by other means, such as battery-operated quartz movements, provided they are not otherwise specified. The key defining characteristic is the absence of an automatic winding mechanism and the classification as "other" from the prior subcategory.

Distinguished from its sibling, 9102.21, this category specifically excludes watches that incorporate an automatic winding system. Watches classified under 9102.21 feature a rotor that winds the mainspring through the motion of the wearer's wrist. In contrast, watches under 9102.29 rely on manual winding (e.g., by turning the crown) or other power sources not involving automatic winding. This distinction is crucial for accurate customs declarations and duty assessments.

Within this broad "Other" category, further subdivisions are made based on the number of jewels present in the watch movement. These subcategories (e.g., "Having no jewels or only one jewel," "Having over one jewel but not over 7 jewels," etc.) reflect the complexity and precision of the mechanical watch movement. Jewels in watch movements serve as low-friction bearings for moving parts, and their quantity can indicate the quality and durability of the timepiece.