Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 18K Gold Bathyscaphe from Japan
Professional dive watch with 18K red gold case, electrically operated movement, and vintage-inspired design. Classifies under HTS 9101.91.80 as precious metal cased electrically operated wristwatch beyond size restrictions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Dive watch certification (ISO 6425) supports classification claims during valuation
• Red gold content verification prevents disputes over alloy premiums
• Helium valve functionality documentation distinguishes luxury from toy watches