Titanium Base Metal Studs with Gold Flash
Lightweight titanium shirt studs with a flash layer of gold plating for subtle elegance in black tie attire. Under HTS 7117.11.00.00 as imitation studs of base metal (titanium qualifies as base per notes excluding precious), with minimal precious plating not clad per note 7. Designed for personal adornment without stones.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If industrial titanium components
Non-adornment end-use like fasteners classifies under titanium/nickel articles in Chapter 81.
If platinum group flash predominates
Alloys with 2%+ platinum (incl. rhodium) treat as platinum jewelry under note 5(a).
If with synthetic stone accents
Any pearl/stone incorporation excludes from base metal-only cuff/stud subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Titanium requires specific hypoallergenic certifications for US market; include with commercial invoice
• Flash plating (<0.5 microns) must be quantified to distinguish from thicker clad materials
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