Cultured Pearl Stud Earrings

Pair of 7mm round freshwater cultured pearl studs mounted on 14k gold posts. This jewelry item is classified in HTS 7116.10.25.00 because it consists principally of cultured pearls with incidental precious metal settings as allowed by Chapter Note 10.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina5.5%+17.5%23%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

7113.20.10.00Higher: 24.5% vs 23%

If gold settings predominate by weight

If precious metal content exceeds pearls significantly, may classify as gold jewelry under heading 7113.

7114.19.00.00Higher: 42.9% vs 23%

If for non-adornment uses like religious insignia

Shifts to goldsmiths' wares if not personal adornment per Chapter Note 9.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Provide lab certification verifying cultured origin; ensure posts meet purity standards if claiming metal value reduction; watch for reclassification if pearls under 50% by weight

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