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AAA Grade Tahitian Cultured Pearls Temporarily Strung

Dark, exotic Tahitian cultured pearls graded AAA for exceptional luster and shape, temporarily strung in calibrated lengths for easy overseas transport. HTS 7101.22.3000 applies as these are cultured, worked, graded pearls with non-retail stranding purely for handling safety. Commonly imported by designers for bespoke pieces.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

7117.19.15.00Higher: 28% vs 20%

If imitation pearls made from plastic/beads

Non-genuine pearls (base materials) fall under imitation jewelry, not real cultured pearls.

7116.10Lower: 18% vs 20%

If assembled into loose necklaces with temporary clasps

Any clasp or assembly elevates to pearl articles classification.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Obtain supplier affidavits stating temporary stranding intent; critical for anti-dumping scrutiny

• Label strands with grade/size info externally for quick CBP inspection without disassembly

• Watch for moisture damage in transit; use silica packs to maintain pearl condition per import standards