Gold-Clad Copper Chalice from Germany
A ceremonial chalice crafted from copper base metal clad with gold, used in religious or decorative household settings. It qualifies for HTS 7114.20.00 under articles of goldsmiths'/silversmiths' wares of base metal clad with precious metal, as defined by mechanical precious metal covering in note 7. Ideal for altars or fine collections.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain religious use certification if applicable to support valuation adjustments under GRI 3(b)
• Test for minimum 2% gold content per note 5 to confirm precious metal alloy treatment
• Document cladding process photos to counter CBP challenges on 'clad vs plated' disputes