Palladium Wedding Band from Japan
A plain, comfort-fit wedding ring crafted from pure palladium, a platinum-group metal valued for its durability and hypoallergenic properties. Fits HTS 7113.19.50.95 as jewelry of 'other precious metal' (palladium per Chapter Note 1(b)) without plating or stones. Excludes gold and silver headings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide metallurgical analysis confirming palladium purity over 90%; ensure no undisclosed platings
• Common pitfall: misdeclaration as platinum leading to audits