Cut Red Branch Coral Beads from China
Pieces of red branch coral (Corallium rubrum) that have been cut and drilled into bead shapes but not mounted or set into any jewelry setting. Suitable primarily for stringing into necklaces or bracelets, these worked coral beads fall under tariff item 9601.90.00.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Red coral is CITES-listed, so an import permit from CBSA is required
• Declare the beads as unset worked coral for jewelry making
• Provide species documentation and origin details to expedite customs processing