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Pearl Oyster Shell Earrings from Japan

Dangle earrings made from worked pearl oyster shell, hook-mounted but shell-dominant. Per Chapter 96 note 4, articles of this chapter remain classified here even with minor precious metal components, as the shell is the primary material.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

6.5%

Import Tips

• Ensure the precious metal hooks are minor components, not the main feature

• Declare the earrings as worked shell articles

• Provide details on the shell type and processing to support classification