Gold-Clad Sterling Silver Rod from Japan
Sterling silver (92.5% Ag) rods clad with gold, drawn to 5mm diameter for jewelry wire stock. HTS 7109.00.00.00 for silver clad with gold in semi-manufactured rod/bar form.
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
• Provide sterling alloy cert (92.5% Ag min) alongside cladding specs
• Avoid coiling if it constitutes 'further working'; ship straight lengths