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Hanadama Certified Raw Cultured Pearls

Unworked Akoya pearls meeting Japanese Hanadama quality standards but in raw, undrilled form prior to final processing. Despite certification, they remain unworked under HTS 7101.21.00.00 without mounting or stringing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7101.22Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If post-Hanadama drilling

Standard Hanadama process includes drilling, making them worked.

7116.20Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If certified and temporarily strung

Stranding for anything but transport convenience moves to pearl articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit Hanadama certificates as supporting docs but note they don't override unworked status

Import in small lots to minimize risk of damage during transit

Avoid any luster-enhancing dips, as they trigger worked classification

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