Silver-Tone Crucifix Pendant Necklace from China
A lightweight crucifix pendant on a thin chain, made entirely from base metal with silver plating, designed for devotional wear around the neck. It qualifies under HTS 7117.19.30.00 as imitation jewelry of base metal, serving a purely devotional purpose without incorporating genuine precious metals or stones. Commonly used by Christians for personal faith expression.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.9%
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
• Verify no genuine precious metals or stones are used, as this shifts classification to Chapter 71 headings like 7113
• Provide detailed material composition affidavits to confirm base metal construction and avoid misclassification as goldsmiths' wares
• Label products clearly as 'imitation' or 'costume jewelry' to prevent disputes at customs over devotional intent