Gold-Clad Mixed Link Necklace from China

This necklace features a chain made of mixed links including oval, round, and bar shapes, crafted from base metal clad with a thin layer of gold using mechanical bonding. It qualifies under HTS 7113.20.2500 as a necklace clad with gold, where the base metal is covered with precious metal but not incorporating any stones or pearls. The mixed link design provides varied texture and visual appeal for fashion accessories.

Duty Rate — China → United States

23.3%

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
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)

Import Tips

Verify cladding method (soldering, brazing, or hot-rolling) meets 'clad with precious metal' definition; electroplating disqualifies from this code

Obtain assay certificates proving gold cladding thickness and base metal composition to avoid reclassification during customs exam

Label as 'gold-clad' not 'gold' to comply with FTC jewelry guidelines and prevent misdeclaration penalties