Gold Clad Imitation Pearl Set Cable Chain from China
Base metal cable chain clad with gold and intermittently set with imitation pearls, in continuous lengths for bracelet making. Explicitly covers imitation gemstones per subheading description, for 7113 jewelry manufacture.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27%
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
• Confirm imitation pearls via gem lab report; real pearls reclassify under 7116 with stones
• Declare set density to ensure under 'whether or not set' clause without finished article status
• Watch for partial cladding—must cover surfaces per note 7 to qualify