Ruby-Embellished Platinum Lighter from Germany
Luxury butane lighter featuring a platinum case with hand-set rubies forming a decorative pattern. Falls under HTS 9613.80.4000 for lighters of precious metal (platinum) combined with precious stones (rubies). Designed for collectors and high-end smokers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use GIA or equivalent grading reports for rubies to support valuation and classification
• Label as 'composite' if metal and stones both significant to aid CBP review
• Avoid misdeclaration as parts; complete functional lighters must enter under finished goods headings