Rolex Submariner Date Watch

Luxury stainless steel dive watch with black dial and ceramic bezel, valued at $8,500. Classified under HTS 9804.00.40 as personal baggage accompanying a transit passenger who will export it from U.S. customs territory. The total value of all accompanying articles does not exceed $200 limit (or applicable de minimis threshold for transit goods).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9102.11.45Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If retained by U.S. resident or sold domestically

Regular wristwatches of precious metal/stones fall under Chapter 91 when not qualifying as transit baggage

9804.00.20Same rate: 10%

If personal adornment ≤$300 for foreign residents staying >72hrs

Jewelry exemption for visitors, not specifically transit passengers

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify transit passenger status with airline documentation; ensure all items declared on CBP Form 6059B; confirm export from U.S. territory within transit timeframe to avoid duty liability

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