Graded Freshwater Cultured Pearls Temporarily Stranded from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• 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