Patek Philippe Calatrava Automatic with Gold-Plated Mesh Steel Bracelet from Germany
Patek Philippe Calatrava features an automatic movement with over 17 jewels in a precious metal case, accompanied by a gold-plated stainless steel mesh bracelet entered with the watch. The base metal construction of the Milanese-style bracelet qualifies it under this subheading for straps classifiable with 9101.21.50 watches. Meets chapter definition for watch movements under 50mm dimensions.
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
• Obtain Swiss export certificate confirming jewel count and precious metal case composition
• Document plating thickness to distinguish base metal from clad precious metal for correct subheading
• Beware quota limits on duty-free insular possession watches; this HTS ineligible for those benefits