Ruthenium-Clad Pewter Powder Box
Vintage-style powder box from pewter (tin alloy) base clad with ruthenium, for personal handbag use as per note 9(b). Classifies in 7114.20.00.60 as other goldsmiths' toilet-ware. Ruthenium offers unique dark sheen.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If personal pocket/carried classification
Note 9(b) powder boxes can dual-classify; jewelry heading preferred.
If costume jewelry equivalent
Base clad but cheap may be imitation per note 11.
If other base metal articles of tin
Pewter without cladding in Chapter 80.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Pewter assays needed to confirm base metal composition
• Distinguish from imitation; clad qualifies as precious ware
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