Platinum Pearl Earrings from China
Classic button earrings of ISO platinum set with freshwater cultured pearls. Qualifies for HTS 7113.19.50.30 as platinum earrings incorporating pearls allowed by note 9(a). Pearls enhance the platinum's luster without altering metal classification.
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
• Certify pearls as cultured to avoid 7113 vs 7101 confusion; declare luster/grade
• Ensure posts are integral platinum