Cultured Biwa Pearls Seed 8-9mm from Mexico
Traditional Japanese Biwa lake cultured pearls, irregular seed shapes, worked and sorted, 8-9mm loose. These pearls are not strung, mounted, or set, and are temporarily strung only for transport. They are classified under tariff item 7101.22.00 as worked cultured pearls.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
0%
Import Tips
• Document the pearls as worked (sorted) and loose for transport
• Be prepared to provide evidence of the Biwa origin if requested by CBSA
• Note that irregular shapes do not affect classification as long as they are worked