IWC Portugieser 18K Gold Chronograph from Germany
IWC's Portugieser chronograph features an 18K yellow gold case with in-house 69355 column wheel movement having 12 jewels valued over $15. Meets HTS 9101.29.50 criteria for precious metal wristwatches per Chapter 91 notes. The leaf hands and railway track chapter ring evoke 1930s design.
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
• Classify column wheel chronograph under general 9101.29 stopwatch provision
• Provide movement diagrams confirming jewel count between 7-17
• Document compliance with 50mm maximum dimension for watch movements