Sterling Silver Cigar Case from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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