Platinum-Clad Pewter Cufflinks from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.2%
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
• 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