Gold-Clad Herringbone Necklace from China
Elegant herringbone chain necklace from base metal clad with 18k gold, measuring 20 inches. HTS 7113.20.2900 covers this as an 'other' gold-clad neck chain for personal adornment, distinct from solid precious metal per tariff notes. The intricate weave enhances durability of the clad surface.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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
• Use CBP Ruling requests for custom designs to pre-confirm classification
• Track gold spot prices for valuation; clad items appraised on total precious metal content
• Avoid declaring as 'solid gold'; base metal revelation during inspection causes delays