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
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• Spring Drive explanation/tech specs prevent quartz misclassification
• Zaratsu polishing inspection; premium finish justifies value
• Declare as mechanical despite quartz regulator