Matte Black-Plated Figaro Chain from Japan
Base metal Figaro chain with matte black plating, continuous length valued not over 33 cents per meter, for producing imitation jewelry such as men's necklaces. Meets criteria for unset chains in jewelry manufacture. Classified in HTS 7117.19.15.00.
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
• Provide chain pattern diagrams to distinguish Figaro style and confirm continuous production
• Audit for lead/cadmium content to meet CPSIA standards for jewelry components
• Avoid retail-ready cuts; import as full lengths to fit manufacturing provision