Sterling Silver Tube Stock from Japan
Seamless sterling silver tubing (92.5% Ag) in 2-10mm diameters for ring shanks and bangle fabrication. HTS 7106.92.50.00 'other semimanufactured' as hollow profiles not qualifying as unwrought bars. Chapter note 5(c) treats as silver alloy.
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
• Cross-section diagrams required to prove seamless construction vs. welded, affecting classification
• Weight declarations must match alloy specs; over 2% other precious metals triggers platinum rules
• Industrial vs. retail intent declaration prevents 7113 jewelry misclassification