Matte Black Rhodium-Plated Cufflinks from Japan
Modern matte black cufflinks from zinc alloy base metal plated with rhodium (a platinum group metal), offering a sleek, tarnish-resistant finish. They fall under HTS 7117.11.00.00 as imitation cuff links of base metal plated with precious metal per Chapter 71 note 2(b) defining platinum to include rhodium. No pearls or stones are used, keeping it purely imitation.
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
• Declare rhodium plating explicitly, as it's a precious metal under notes, but ensure it's not predominant to stay in imitation
• Use XRF testing reports for metal composition to support valuation and classification during entry summary
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain base metal plating from Asia; check ITC records pre-shipment