Keshi Unworked Cultured Pearls from Japan
Small, irregular unworked keshi (seed) cultured pearls formed as byproducts without nucleus insertion, in natural rough state. Classified as unworked under HTS 7101.21.00.00 despite tiny size.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Specify byproduct status to justify lower valuation
• Prevent tumbling during shipping