Platinum-Clad Brass Cigarette Case from Germany
Luxury pocket-sized cigarette case from brass clad with platinum, fitting note 9(b) personal use but as goldsmiths' ware under 7114. HTS 7114.20.00.60 for 'other' clad articles of smokers' use. Platinum adds prestige and hypoallergenic properties.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm platinum alloy per note 5(a); test for ≥2% platinum content
• Personal use labeling prevents jewelry shift; include origin assays