Swiss Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K Gold from China
The iconic Patek Philippe Calatrava reference 5196 features an 18K yellow gold case with a manually-wound movement containing 18 jewels valued over $15. It meets HTS 9101.29.50 criteria for wristwatches with precious metal cases per Chapter 91 note 1. Known for its minimalist dial and officer-style case back.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Maintain provenance documentation tracing gold content to confirm heading 9101 precious metal case requirements
• Prepare for CBP scrutiny on movement value claims exceeding $15 threshold with supplier cost certifications
• Ensure no quartz crystal system to avoid exclusion from mechanical watch movement definition