Rhodium Spring Ring Clasp from Germany
Spring ring clasp made of rhodium alloy (platinum-group metal >2% weight), used in fine chain necklaces. Under HTS 7113.19.3000 as 'other precious metal' jewelry part, with rhodium predominating per classification rules for alloys.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15.8%
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
Import Tips
• Certify rhodium content via XRF testing; avoid powder form declarations
• Differentiate plating from solid alloy with cross-sections
• Common issue: undervaluation of rare metal content