Gold-Plated Stainless Steel Curb Chain
A continuous length of curb chain made from base metal (stainless steel) electroplated with gold, valued over 33 cents per meter, designed for crafting imitation jewelry like necklaces and bracelets. It falls under HTS 7117.19.20.00 as imitation jewelry chain of base metal plated with precious metal, produced in continuous lengths suitable for manufacturing jewelry articles in this heading. The plating is thin and does not qualify as 'metal clad' per chapter notes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If valued not over 33 cents per meter
Lower value chains of base metal for imitation jewelry fall under the 'valued not over $0.33 per meter' subheading in the same heading.
If made primarily of plastic or other non-base metal materials
Imitation jewelry chains of materials like plastic or resin are classified under 'other' base metal exclusions in 7117.90, per heading scope.
If imported as industrial chain, not suitable specifically for jewelry manufacture
General base metal chain links for non-jewelry uses (e.g., keychains or crafts) go to Chapter 73 heading for chain articles, outside imitation jewelry scope.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify plating thickness and composition via assay reports to confirm it qualifies as 'plated' rather than 'clad' under chapter note 7, avoiding reclassification
• Provide detailed value per meter documentation and continuous length specs in commercial invoices to meet subheading requirements and prevent undervaluation disputes
• Ensure no genuine precious stones or pearls are incorporated, as that would shift classification to heading 7113; include lab certifications if set with imitation gems
Related Products under HTS 7117.19.20.00
White Gold Plated Omega Chain
Omega mesh chain plated white gold on base metal, >33¢/m, continuous for luxury imitation jewelry. HTS 7117.19.20.00 for plated continuous chains suitable for 7117 manufacture.
Ruthenium Plated Byzantine Chain
Intricate Byzantine chain with ruthenium plating (platinum group), base metal, over 33¢/m continuous for jewelry. HTS 7117.19.20.00 applies.
Gold Vermeil-Plated Herringbone Chain
Herringbone chain with vermeil (thick gold over sterling base, but here base metal compliant), >33¢/m. HTS 7117.19.20.00 for plated imitation chain.
Silver-Plated Brass Rope Chain
Continuous rope-style chain crafted from brass base metal with silver plating, exceeding 33 cents per meter in value, intended for producing imitation jewelry such as anklets or pendants. Classified in HTS 7117.19.20.00 due to its base metal construction, precious metal plating, and production in lengths for jewelry assembly, aligning with chapter definitions excluding clad metals.
Rhodium-Plated Cable Chain for Jewelry
High-end cable chain of base metal (steel alloy) plated with rhodium (a platinum group metal), valued above 33 cents per meter, supplied in continuous coils for manufacturing imitation bracelets and necklaces. It matches HTS 7117.19.20.00 as 'plated with precious metal' per chapter note 2(b) defining platinum to include rhodium, excluding clad constructions.
14K Gold-Plated Figaro Link Chain
Figaro-style chain featuring alternating link sizes, made from base metal with 14K gold plating, over 33 cents per meter, in continuous lengths for custom imitation jewelry production. HTS 7117.19.20.00 applies as it's base metal plated (not clad), suitable for heading 7117 articles like rings and cuffs, per imitation jewelry exclusions.