Silver Clad Copper Imitation Gem Chain from China
Copper base chain clad with silver, set with imitation gemstones in continuous cable form. Designed for brooch or earring manufacture per note 9, explicitly allowed under subheading.
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
• Differentiate 'imitation gemstones' with certificates excluding natural/synthetic precious stones
• Bulk packing prevents 'retail set' classification
• Silver content over 2% per note 5(c) confirms precious alloy treatment