Single Cultured Pearl Pendant
A 10mm teardrop freshwater cultured pearl pendant on a bail for chain attachment, crafted for necklace use. It is classified under tariff item 7116.10.00 as an article of cultured pearls, with the bail being a minor fitting that does not alter the pearl's primary classification.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pendant is sold with a precious metal chain or the bail is substantial
Articles of jewellery with precious metal as more than a minor constituent are classified in heading 71.13.
If the pearl is imitation
Imitation jewellery under heading 71.17 excludes natural or cultured pearls.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the bail is a minor constituent; if the pendant includes a precious metal chain, the set may be classified differently
• Provide the pearl's weight and dimensions for CBSA
• Ensure the pendant is not combined with other precious stones that could change the classification
Related Products under Tariff item 7116.10.00
Cluster Natural Pearl Ring
A cocktail ring featuring a pavé cluster of tiny natural seed pearls. The pearls provide the essential character of the article, and the minimal metal setting is a minor constituent, so it is classified under tariff item 7116.10.00 as an article of natural pearls.
Cultured Pearl Anklet
A delicate chain anklet alternating 4mm freshwater cultured pearls and spacer beads. The cultured pearls are the primary material, and the chain is a minor constituent, so it is classified under tariff item 7116.10.00 as an article of cultured pearls.
Cultured Pearl Bracelet
An elastic stretch bracelet with 6-7mm baroque freshwater cultured pearls. The pearls constitute the primary material, and the elastic is a minor constituent, so it is classified under tariff item 7116.10.00.
Cultured Pearl Brooch
A baroque freshwater cultured pearl brooch with pin backing for clothing attachment. It fits the personal adornment definition in Chapter Note 9(a), and the pearls are the primary material, so it is classified under tariff item 7116.10.00.
Cultured Pearl Drop Earrings
Dangle earrings with 8x10mm pear-shaped freshwater cultured pearls on gold hooks. The pearls are the essential character, and the hooks are minor constituents, so they are classified under tariff item 7116.10.00.
Cultured Pearl Hair Clip
A French clip barrette adorned with clusters of 5mm freshwater cultured pearls. It qualifies as an article of personal adornment of cultured pearls, and it is not a comb-type article excluded by Note 11, so it is classified under tariff item 7116.10.00.