Platinum Drop Earrings with Emeralds from Japan
Elegant drop earrings from ISO standard platinum, accented with genuine emeralds for a vibrant green hue. HTS 7113.19.50.30 applies to these platinum earrings, as emeralds are permitted semiprecious stones in jewelry per chapter notes. No gold or silver predominance.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include gemological reports for emerald clarity/oil treatments; segregate platinum value from stones in entry
• Common pitfall: undervaluing precious metal leading to audits