9102.99.80 - Having over 17 jewels in the movement

This HTS category, 9102.99.80, specifically covers wristwatches, pocket watches, and other watches, excluding those of heading 9101, where the movement contains more than 17 jewels. This classification is for timekeeping devices that fall outside the scope of precious metal watches (heading 9101) and are distinguished by a higher jewel count in their intricate internal mechanism. The presence of numerous jewels is indicative of a more sophisticated and potentially durable watch movement, often associated with higher precision and performance.

To differentiate this category from its siblings, it is crucial to consider the jewel count. HTS 9102.99.20 covers watches with no jewels or up to 7 jewels. Watches with over 7 but not exceeding 17 jewels would fall under a separate sibling category. Therefore, 9102.99.80 is exclusively for those watches exhibiting a movement with a jewel count exceeding the 17-jewel threshold.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification at this level is determined solely by the type of watch (excluding 9101) and the specific number of jewels in its movement. Practical application of this classification would involve verifying the documented jewel count as indicated by the manufacturer or product specifications for accurate customs declaration.