Gold Clad Paperweight
Heavy crystal paperweight with base metal clad in 24k gold sheeting, mechanically bonded. HTS 7115.90.3000 applies to this other article of metal clad with gold, distinct from jewelry or household wares. Cladding covers significant surface per chapter note 7.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sterling silver with gold elements, but gold predominant
Alloy rules in note 5 could shift to silver if under 2% gold, but gold-dominant stays 7115.
If predominantly plastic with thin gold plating
Base material plastic classifies in Chapter 39 if gold is minor plating, not clad.
If set with semiprecious stones
Note 9 allows jewelry classification if combined with stones for adornment.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Document cladding process (welding/hot-rolling) to distinguish from plating
• Declare exact gold weight to customs for duty calculation
• Avoid bulk packaging that might suggest industrial parts
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14k Gold Dog Tag
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Gold Clad Nutcracker
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Gold-Plated Cigar Cutter
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Solid 14k Gold Bookmark
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