Engraved Nickel-Plated Brass Cufflink Pair from Japan
Personalized cufflinks from brass base with nickel plating and custom engravings for monograms, perfect for groomsmen gifts. HTS 7117.11.00.00 applies as base metal cuff links, where nickel plating is allowed under imitation jewelry without precious metal predominance or stones. Engraving does not alter material classification.
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
• Document engraving as cosmetic, not functional, to affirm jewelry purpose per note 9(a)
• Batch custom orders with consistent plating specs to streamline FDA/cosmetic metal declarations if applicable