Natural Pearl Necklace from Germany
A strand necklace made from natural pearls sourced from oysters, strung together with a precious metal clasp. This product falls under HTS 7116.10.10.00 as it is an article primarily of natural pearls, designed for personal adornment as defined in Chapter 71 note 9. It does not incorporate precious metals as the predominant material.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain certificates of authenticity from reputable gemological labs like GIA to verify natural origin and avoid misclassification as cultured pearls
• Ensure CITES documentation if pearls are from protected species; declare exact pearl count and size for accurate valuation