Amethyst Sterling Silver Ring

A delicate ring featuring a faceted natural amethyst gemstone set in sterling silver, designed for everyday wear. This falls under HTS 7116.20.15.00 as an article of jewelry made primarily of precious or semiprecious stones (amethyst), with minimal precious metal content treated as a minor constituent per Chapter 71 notes. It qualifies as 'other' jewelry articles not specified elsewhere in the subheading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+17.5%24%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

7117.19Lower: 21% vs 24%

If base metal construction with minimal stone

Predominantly base metal articles with minor semiprecious stones classify as imitation jewelry.

7113.19.50Lower: 23% vs 24%

If significant gold or platinum content

Jewelry incorporating precious metals as more than minor constituents falls under Chapter 71 heading 7113.

7116.20Same rate: 24%

If consisting of clasps or frames only

Articles limited to precious stone clasps or frames are separately provided for in that subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify gemstone authenticity with GIA certificates to avoid misclassification as imitation jewelry under 7117

Declare exact stone weight and type on entry documents; discrepancies can trigger audits

Ensure 'other' status by confirming it's not a set or specific type like clasps (7116.20.2500)

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Jadeite Carved Bangle

Hand-carved Burmese jadeite bangle, traditional Asian design for wrist wear. 'Other' semiprecious stone jewelry under HTS 7116.20.15.00; jadeite qualifies despite cultural value.

Garnet Beaded Necklace

A strand necklace composed of polished natural garnet beads strung on fine wire, fastened with a simple toggle clasp. Classified under HTS 7116.20.15.00 as 'other' jewelry articles of semiprecious stones (garnet), where the stone predominates and metal is incidental per note 9. Ideal for bohemian fashion.

Citrine Drop Earrings

Dangling earrings with teardrop-shaped natural citrine stones suspended from sterling silver hooks. This product is an 'other' article of jewelry under HTS 7116.20.15.00 due to its primary composition of semiprecious citrine, with metal as a setting only. Perfect for statement evening looks.

Aquamarine Solitaire Pendant

A single faceted aquamarine gemstone mounted in a minimalist sterling silver bezel on a chain. Falls under HTS 7116.20.15.00 as other jewelry of semiprecious stones, where aquamarine is the essential character per note 9(a). Suitable for necklaces or standalone wear.

Peridot Stud Earrings

Classic stud earrings featuring round-cut natural peridot gems in prong settings on silver posts. Classified as 'other' jewelry articles under HTS 7116.20.15.00 because peridot (semiprecious stone) provides the essential character, not the minor metal components.

Tourmaline Bracelet

Stretch bracelet made of multicolored natural tourmaline beads, no metal clasp required. This is an 'other' semiprecious stone jewelry article under HTS 7116.20.15.00, relying on note 9(a) for personal adornment items where stones predominate.