Gold-Plated Pill Box from Japan
A small, hinged base metal pill box clad with a thin layer of gold via electroplating, used for carrying medication. Classified in HTS 7115.90.60.00 as 'metal clad with precious metal' per Chapter Note 7, excluding jewelry or goldsmiths' wares. Not incorporating pearls or stones.
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
• Document cladding thickness and method (e.g
• electroplating) to prove 'clad' status vs. simple plating
• Ensure no precious stones to stay out of 7113
• Common pitfall: undervaluation leads to audits on precious metal content