Rhinestone-Embellished Brass Cuff Bracelet from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
21%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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