Peridot Stud Earrings from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Test for lead/cadmium in settings; children's jewelry has strict limits
• Batch imports by color grade to simplify uniform declarations
• Avoid 'pearl' mislabeling; peridot is distinctly semiprecious