Cultured Pearl Stud Earrings from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• 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