12-13mm Golden South Sea Pearls Temporary Hanks
Large golden South Sea cultured pearls (12-13mm), AAA graded for quality, supplied in temporary hanks for shipping convenience. They are worked and graded but not permanently strung, mounted, or set, and the temporary hanking is purely for transport, matching the tariff item.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pearls are not graded or worked and only temporarily strung
Unworked cultured pearls are classified under a different heading.
If the pearls are mounted in gold or other precious metal jewellery
Mounted pearls in precious metal jewellery fall under heading 71.13.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the temporary hanks are not permanent stringing; permanent stringing would shift classification
• Provide CBSA with documentation of the AAA grading and the pearls' value
• Be aware that if the pearls are later set into jewellery, a separate tariff item applies
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