Platinum Cluster Earrings with Rubies from China
Cluster-style earrings of ISO platinum featuring multiple small rubies for a floral effect. Classified under HTS 7113.19.50.30 for platinum earrings with semiprecious stones per chapter notes. Rubies secondary to predominant platinum metal.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25.5%
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
• Itemize ruby counts and total carat weight; heat treatment disclosure required
• Avoid commingling with gold pieces