14K Gold-Clad Brass Bracelet Hook Clasp from Japan
A hook-style clasp constructed from brass base metal clad with 14K gold, essential for bracelet closures in fine jewelry. Classified under HTS 7113.20.3000 for clasps of base metal clad with precious metal used in jewelry articles. The gold layer is mechanically bonded, distinguishing it from mere plating.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15.8%
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
Import Tips
• Provide manufacturing records showing cladding method to Customs; misdeclared plating risks 7117 classification and penalties
• Label with precise metal composition; brass base exceeding 98% shifts risk to non-clad base metal if cladding insufficient