Platinum-Clad Pewter Cufflinks from Japan
Elegant cufflinks of pewter base metal clad with platinum, sold as a pair for formal attire, fitting personal adornment jewelry definition. Classified HTS 7113.20.5000 as other clad articles per Chapter 71 notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include photos and specs showing cladding on invoices
• Test for ≥2% precious metal to meet alloy rules
• Common issue: Misdeclared as solid platinum leads to penalties