Florida Watchmaker Gets Tariff-Free Assembly Green Light
Published Date: 11/26/2025
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Summary
Philip Stein Holding, Inc. in Pembroke Park, Florida, got the green light to make watches inside Foreign-Trade Zone 25. This means they can produce their products with special trade benefits, helping them save money and speed up operations. The approval was finalized in November 2025 after a smooth review process with no delays or extra costs.
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FTZ Production Authorization for Watchmaker
Philip Stein Holding, Inc. received authorization to carry out watch production inside Foreign-Trade Zone 25 in Pembroke Park, Florida. The FTZ Board notified the applicant of its decision on November 13, 2025, and the notice in the Federal Register was published November 26, 2025.
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