Graded Freshwater Cultured Pearls Temporarily Stranded

Freshwater cultured pearls, worked and sorted into grades based on uniformity and surface quality, temporarily strung in loose hanks for shipping convenience. Classified under HTS 7101.22.3000 due to their worked, graded status and non-permanent stranding designed only for transport protection. Ideal for wholesalers separating strands post-import.

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.

7101.22Same rate: 17.5%

If graded but not strung, sold loose in bags

Graded but unstrung pearls remain under the worked but not strung subheading.

7116.20.05.00Lower: 13.3% vs 17.5%

If set or mounted into semi-finished jewelry components

Any mounting or setting moves pearls to articles of natural/cultured pearls classification.

7113.19.50Higher: 23% vs 17.5%

If combined with precious metal findings even loosely

Incorporation of gold/silver clasps classifies as jewelry of precious metal with pearls.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include photos or samples showing temporary stranding (no knots/clasps) in entry docs to confirm transport purpose

Specify pearl origin (freshwater) and grading scale in commercial invoice for accurate valuation and compliance