Rhodium-Clad Titanium Religious Medal from Japan
A religious medal made from a titanium base clad with rhodium, a platinum-group metal. Under Chapter 71 Note 10, articles of goldsmiths' or silversmiths' wares include religious use items, and the rhodium cladding qualifies as precious metal. This medal is classified under tariff item 7114.20.00 as base metal clad with precious metal.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
5.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the rhodium cladding meets the mechanical affixing requirement of Chapter 71 Note 7, not mere electroplating
• Provide a detailed product description to the CBSA showing the religious nature and base metal composition
• If the medal is worn as personal adornment, consider whether heading 71.13 for jewellery might apply instead