MSRP may be $999, but you won’t find them for much below $1,200 for the time being.
GPU modules are manufactured in China. Their harmonized codes are covered in recently established tariffs. 10% tariffs are already hitting cards arriving at US ports. This tariff will increase to 25% on Jan 1.
Prices will stay well above MSRP.
By the way, the MSRP for a regular 2080Ti is 999$, the 1200$ is the Founder's Edition price.