Palladium-Clad Tin Prayer Beads Container from Japan
A container for prayer beads made of tin base clad with palladium, a religious goldsmiths' ware per note 10. The palladium cladding provides a durable, elegant finish. It falls under tariff item 7114.20.00 as an 'other' article of base metal clad with precious metal.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
5.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure the container is not classified as jewellery under heading 71.13 if it is worn on the person
• Provide the cladding method and metal composition for customs classification
• If the container has any religious significance, it may still qualify as a goldsmiths' ware