Sterling Silver Cigar Case from China
A polished sterling silver case designed to hold and protect cigars, featuring engraved detailing and a secure clasp. It qualifies under HTS 7115.90.60.00 as an other article of precious metal (silver alloy) not classified as jewelry in heading 7113 or goldsmiths' wares in heading 7114. The case is a personal accessory carried in pockets, distinct from smokers' articles like pipes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify silver content exceeds 2% by weight per Chapter 71 Note 5 to qualify as precious metal; obtain assay certificates
• Declare as 'other articles' not jewelry to avoid reclassification
• Watch for plating vs. solid construction to prevent duty disputes