Rhodium Spring Ring Clasp from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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