Natural Pearl Bracelet
A flexible bracelet composed of graduated natural pearls knotted on silk thread with a safety clasp. This qualifies for HTS 7116.10.10.00 as an article of natural pearls for personal adornment, excluding predominant precious metal components.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If featuring baroque or non-round natural pearls
Specific statistical suffixes differentiate pearl shapes within the natural pearl subheading.
If cufflinks or tie pins style
Certain pearl articles like cufflinks may classify as imitation if not strictly jewelry per note 9.
If waste or scrap pearls, not finished articles
Unworked or broken pearls are heading 7112 per note 7 priority.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Comply with FTC guidelines on 'natural pearl' labeling to prevent reclassification challenges
• Document drilling patterns and nacre thickness to prove natural formation vs. cultured
Related Products under HTS 7116.10.10.00
Natural Pearl Religious Medal
Medallion with embedded natural pearl for devotional wear on chain or rosary. Classified in HTS 7116.10.10.00 as it matches note 9(a) examples of religious medals made principally of natural pearls.
Natural Pearl Drop Earrings
Dangling earrings with natural pearl drops on gold-filled wires. HTS 7116.10.10.00 because pearls provide the essential character despite minimal metal, as personal adornment earrings.
Cluster Natural Pearl Ring
Cocktail ring featuring a pavé cluster of tiny natural seed pearls. Under HTS 7116.10.10.00 as a ring article of natural pearls, not dominated by precious metal per chapter notes.
Natural Pearl Stud Earrings
Pair of earrings featuring single natural pearls mounted on minimal metal posts for pierced ears. Classified under HTS 7116.10.10.00 because the pearls are the essential character of the article, qualifying as personal adornment under Chapter 71 note 9(a).
Single Natural Pearl Pendant
A loose drilled natural pearl intended for necklace pendants, sold without chain. Falls under HTS 7116.10.10.00 as an article of natural pearls, suitable for personal use as per Chapter 71 definitions.
Natural Pearl Brooch
Vintage-style brooch with cluster of natural pearls set in minimal base metal. HTS 7116.10.10.00 applies as the pearls impart the essential character, fitting note 9(a) for personal adornment like brooches.