Rhodium-Plated Chalice from United States
A religious chalice crafted from a silver base plated with rhodium, a platinum group metal, for durability and shine. Per Chapter 71 Note 4(B), 'platinum' includes rhodium, and the chalice is an article of goldsmiths' or silversmiths' wares for religious use under heading 71.14.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
5.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm the rhodium plating is not a minor constituent; if it is, the chalice may classify under silver wares (7114.11.00)
• Provide details of the base metal and plating thickness for accurate classification
• Check if the chalice is for religious use, which may affect duty treatment