Titanium Base Metal Studs with Gold Flash from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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