Gold-Plated Stainless Steel Chain Necklace from Mexico
A delicate chain necklace made from stainless steel base metal electroplated with 18K gold, classified as imitation jewelry in HTS 7117.19.90.00 due to its base metal construction and precious metal plating without pearls or stones. It serves as personal adornment, aligning with Chapter Note 9(a).
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
21%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact plating alloy (e.g
• 18K gold) and weight percentage to confirm it remains 'plating' not alloy per Note 5
• Use HTS advisory rulings for plated items to preempt CBP challenges on precious metal content