Platinum-Clad Brass Cigarette Case from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
5.5%
Import Tips
• 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