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Gold Clad Brass Cable Chain Spool

A spool of brass base metal cable chain clad with a thin layer of gold, available in continuous lengths for jewellery manufacturing. The gold cladding is applied mechanically, and the chain is intended for cutting into necklaces or anklets, falling under articles of jewellery of base metal clad with precious metal.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China8.5%β€”8.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico8.5%β€”8.5%
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited States8.5%β€”8.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany8.5%β€”8.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan8.5%β€”8.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

7117.90.00Same rate: 8.5%

If the gold layer is applied by electroplating

Plated base metal jewellery is classified as imitation jewellery.

7113.20.10Lower: 5% vs 8.5%

If the chain is sold as findings for jewellery assembly

Findings are classified separately under the same subheading.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Confirm the cladding is not plating, as plated goods fall under imitation jewellery

β€’ Provide the spool length and weight for accurate duty calculation

β€’ Ensure the base metal is clearly identified on the commercial invoice

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