Grand Seiko Spring Drive Automatic from Germany
Hybrid mechanical-quartz automatic with 9R65 Spring Drive, 30+ jewels, ±1 sec/day accuracy. Technically automatic per regulation system; HTS 9102.21.90 over 17 jewels. Revolutionizes timekeeping.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Spring Drive explanation/tech specs prevent quartz misclassification
• Zaratsu polishing inspection; premium finish justifies value
• Declare as mechanical despite quartz regulator