Silver Magnetic Clasp for Necklace from China
Neodymium magnet-embedded sterling silver clasp for easy necklace fastening, popular in modern jewelry. Classified HTS 7113.19.3000 as silver precious metal jewelry part; magnets are minor constituents not changing classification.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25.8%
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
• Document magnet as integral but minor (non-precious); ensure silver >92.5%
• Test for magnetic interference in shipping
• Pitfall: classifying magnets separately ignores jewelry principal use