Platinum-Clad Brass Cigarette Case
A luxury pocket-sized cigarette case from brass clad with platinum, fitting note 9(b) personal use but as goldsmiths' ware under heading 71.14. The platinum cladding adds prestige and durability. It falls under tariff item 7114.20.00 as an 'other' article of base metal clad with precious metal.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cigarette case is worn as personal adornment
Articles of jewellery of precious metal are classified in heading 71.13.
If the cigarette case is a simple base metal article without precious metal cladding
Cigarette cases of base metal are classified in Chapter 96.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the platinum cladding is mechanical, not electroplating, to qualify for this heading
• Provide the cladding method and metal composition for accurate classification
• If the cigarette case is part of a smoking set, consider the classification of the entire set
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