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).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇲🇽Mexico3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇨🇦Canada3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇩🇪Germany3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇯🇵Japan3.3%+10.0%13.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7116.10.25.00Higher: 23% vs 13.3%

If assembled into a complete necklace with clasp

Necklaces of natural pearls have a specific statistical breakout under 7116.10.25.00.

7114.19.00.00Higher: 42.9% vs 13.3%

If designed as goldsmiths' wares for decorative household use

Non-jewelry items like pearl ornaments for home use fall under heading 7114 per note 10.

7113.20.10.00Higher: 24.5% vs 13.3%

If set primarily with gold

Gold-based jewelry with pearls as secondary moves to 7113.20 under alloy predominance rules.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label fiber content? No—focus on pearl authentication; use X-ray reports to distinguish natural from cultured

For sets, declare as single HTS if pearls predominate; separate mountings if metal-heavy

Avoid undervaluation penalties by providing wholesale invoices with luster/quality grades