Graded Natural Tahitian Black Pearls Temp Strung from Japan
Natural Tahitian pearls renowned for dark exotic colors (black, green, peacock), professionally graded and temporarily strung for transport. Fits HTS 7101.10.30.00 precisely as graded natural pearls with only convenience stranding, excluding any mounting or permanent jewelry fabrication. Ideal for wholesalers sorting before setting.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain CITES permits if pearl size/color suggests wild harvest from protected Pinctada margaritifera; non-compliance leads to seizure
• Avoid over 90% uniformity in grading claims without third-party verification to prevent fraud allegations
• Separate lots by color grade (e.g
• AAA black) on entry summary for accurate statistical breakout