Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K White Gold Watch from Japan
An elegant electrically operated wristwatch in 18K white gold with rhodium finish and self-winding battery-assisted movement. Classified under HTS 9101.91.80 for precious metal case construction on non-stopwatch, electrically operated watches outside size limits. White gold qualifies as precious metal per tariff definitions.
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
• Provide jeweler's hallmark and metal assay reports for white gold verification during customs exam
• Separate watch from presentation box; boxes classify under 4202 if leather, avoiding set classification issues
• Document movement type precisely; hybrid electro-mechanical must prove electrical operation dominance