Sterling Silver Chain Necklace from China
Delicate 18-inch sterling silver box chain necklace, unadorned for versatile styling. Falls under HTS 7113.11.50.00 as a silver jewelry article of personal adornment, other than ropes/links or those set with stones. Complies with Chapter 71 notes for silver as precious metal.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
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
• Include detailed photos and material breakdowns in entry docs to distinguish from base metal chains
• Ensure chain meets 'other' criteria by confirming no precious stone settings or rope construction
• Test for alloy composition; classify per predominant silver weight under Note 5(c)