Rhodium-Clad Zinc Trophy Base
A trophy base made from a zinc alloy clad with rhodium, providing a mirror finish for awards in office or sports use. Under Chapter 71 Note 10, goldsmiths' wares include ornaments, and the rhodium cladding qualifies as precious metal. This trophy base is classified under tariff item 7114.20.00 as 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 trophy base is not clad with precious metal
Base metal ornaments of a kind used for trophies fall under Chapter 83 when not clad with precious metal.
If the trophy base is made entirely of precious metal
Articles of precious metal without a base metal core are classified under the precious metal subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the rhodium cladding is affixed mechanically, not just plated, to meet the definition of 'metal clad with precious metal' in Chapter 71 Note 7
• Include the trophy base's weight and value in your customs declaration, as this affects duty calculation
• If the base is part of a complete trophy set, check if other components change the tariff classification
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