Rhinestone-Embellished Brass Cuff Bracelet from China
This open cuff bracelet features brass base metal adorned with glass rhinestones, falling under HTS 7117.19.90.00 as imitation jewelry since rhinestones are not precious/semi-precious stones and no real precious metals are incorporated beyond minor plating. It qualifies as a personal adornment article per heading 7117 notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
31%
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
• Distinguish rhinestones (glass/plastic) from crystal or synthetic stones via supplier specs to avoid 7113 reclassification
• Label as 'imitation' clearly on packaging to support heading 7117 classification