Sterling Silver Stud Earrings Set from China
Pair of minimalist sterling silver stud earrings with butterfly backs, sold in dozens for costume jewelry lines. HTS 7113.11.20.00 applies to these low-value silver personal adornments per note 9(a). Value calculated per pair as one piece.
Duty Rate — China → United States
33.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Count pairs as single pieces for valuation; mis-counting leads to frequent CBP re-assessments
• Include hallmarks or stamps proving silver content; required for Chapter 71 precious metal claims
• Test for plating thickness; if silver layer <0.5 micron on base metal, shifts to imitation jewelry