Rhodium-Clad Zinc Trophy Base from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
5.5%
Import Tips
• 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