Surgical Steel Plated Cufflinks from Japan
Hypoallergenic surgical stainless steel cufflinks with optional precious metal plating like white gold flash. Classified HTS 7117.11.00.00 for base metal (steel) studs/cuff links in imitation jewelry, as plating is minor and no stones/pearls. Marketed for sensitive skin formalwear.
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
• Obtain 316L steel composition certs for 'surgical grade' claims validity
• Plating wear tests recommended for durability declarations