Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings from China
Classic hoop earrings crafted from sterling silver (92.5% silver alloy), a precious metal as defined in Chapter 71 note 1(a). They qualify for HTS 7113.19.50 as small objects of personal adornment under note 9(a), made of silver without gold or platinum predominance per alloy classification rules in note 5. No precious stones are incorporated.
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
• Verify silver content exceeds 92.5% for sterling classification and provide assay certificates; declare exact alloy composition to avoid misclassification under note 5 rules; ensure hallmarks or engravings match documentation to prevent customs holds