Cultured Pearl Hair Clip from Japan
French clip barrette adorned with clusters of 5mm freshwater cultured pearls. Qualifies as personal adornment article of cultured pearls under HTS 7116.10.25.00, excluding comb-type per note 11.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Not hairpins (9615), emphasize jewelry function; test clip durability for claims; common error bundling with fashion accessories