Rhodium-Clad Brass Bracelet from Mexico
A stylish bangle bracelet crafted from brass base metal clad with rhodium (a platinum-group metal) via hot-rolling process for durability and shine. Classified in HTS 7113.20.5000 as 'other' jewelry of base metal clad with precious metal, where platinum includes rhodium per Chapter 71 notes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide assay certificates confirming rhodium cladding and ≥2% precious metal content per alloy rules
• Watch for undervaluation penalties on clad items
• Tip: Use bonded warehouses for testing if origin disputes arise