Sterling Silver Cigar Case from Japan
A hinged sterling silver case designed to hold and protect cigars, featuring engraved patterns and a polished finish. It qualifies under HTS 7115.90.40.00 as an other article of silver for personal use, not classified as jewelry under heading 7113 or goldsmiths' wares under 7114. The silver content exceeds 2% by weight, meeting chapter note 5 for precious metal alloys.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify silver purity with assay certificates to confirm over 2% content per chapter note 5; declare if metal clad with silver via mechanical means like soldering
• Avoid misclassification as jewelry by excluding adornment intent; provide detailed invoices specifying personal use items