Silver Metal-Clad Matchbox

A base metal matchbox clad with silver via soldering, featuring striker strip for vest-pocket use. HTS 7115.90.40.00 covers metal clad with silver as other precious metal articles per note 7.

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.

7114.19.00.00Higher: 42.9% vs 38%

If silversmiths' smokers' article

Note 10 includes smokers' articles in heading 7114 for broader household use.

3606.90Lower: 15% vs 38%

If imported with matches

Ferrocerium lighters/matches dominate if set, per specific pyrotechnic rules.

7115.90Same rate: 38%

If other precious metals clad

Clad with gold or platinum shifts subheading based on predominant metal.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Prove cladding method (soldering/brazing) with manufacturing specs; distinguish from plated to qualify

Pitfall: incomplete docs lead to base metal reclassification

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