Bulk Silver-Tone Box Chain for Earrings from China
Silver-tone plated base metal box chain in continuous rolls under 33 cents per meter, perfect for cutting into short lengths for imitation earring drops. Not set with gems, purely chain for manufacture. HTS 7117.19.15.00 applies to such economical jewelry chain stock.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Import in bulk spools with clear per-meter valuation to minimize scrutiny on unit pricing
• Ensure no consumer packaging to maintain 'for manufacture' status vs retail goods
• Reference Chapter 71 note 10 for jewelry article definitions to confirm component suitability