Natural Pearl Bracelet from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Comply with FTC guidelines on 'natural pearl' labeling to prevent reclassification challenges
• Document drilling patterns and nacre thickness to prove natural formation vs. cultured