Temporarily Strung Grade B Citrine Beads from China
Graded citrine beads, a semi-precious variety of quartz, loosely strung on temporary nylon thread to facilitate safe transport and quality inspection. These beads are semi-precious stones not yet made into articles, classified under tariff item 7116.20.90 as other articles of semi-precious stones, though they may be considered unworked stones under heading 71.03.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Temporarily strung beads for transport are generally classified under heading 71.03, not 71.16, unless they are presented as finished articles
• Ensure the stringing is clearly temporary and not for retail sale to support classification under 71.03