Thin Silver-Plated Snake Chain

Ultra-thin snake chain of silver-plated base metal, continuous under 33¢/m, designed for delicate imitation pendants and necklaces in manufacture. Excludes any gem settings. HTS 7117.19.15.00 for such economical chains.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+17.5%25.5%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7115.10.00.00Higher: 39% vs 25.5%

If of imitation pearls strung

Pearl imitation articles have priority over plain chain.

7117Same rate: 25.5%

If aluminum base metal

Material-specific base metal subheadings apply.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 25.5%

If woven textile chain substitute

Synthetic yarn fabric mimicking chain goes to textiles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Measure chain diameter precisely for 'thin' specs in customs valuation

Use anti-tarnish packaging during import to maintain quality claims

Confirm no ruthenium or other platinum metals per note 2(b)

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