Sterling Silver Link Necklace from Japan
A delicate chain necklace made from sterling silver (92.5% silver alloy), featuring interlocking links for everyday wear. It qualifies under HTS 7113.19.50.95 as an article of jewelry of precious metal (silver) without pearls or precious stones. Classified here due to silver predominating as the precious metal per Chapter Note 5.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify silver content exceeds 92.5% with assay certificates to confirm precious metal status; declare exact alloy composition to avoid reclassification as imitation jewelry
• Watch for plating disclosures to prevent duty adjustments