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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+35.0%38%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪Germany3%+10.0%13%
🇯🇵Japan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7113.19.50Lower: 23% vs 38%

If personal pocket/carried classification

Note 9(b) powder boxes can dual-classify; jewelry heading preferred.

7117.19Lower: 21% vs 38%

If costume jewelry equivalent

Base clad but cheap may be imitation per note 11.

8007.00.50Lower: 27.8% vs 38%

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