Rose Gold-Tone Pewter Link Anklet from Germany
Anklet made of pewter alloy (base metal) with rose gold-tone plating, classified in HTS 7117.19.90.00 for other base metal imitation jewelry not incorporating real precious elements. The plating is a surface treatment, not qualifying as precious metal alloy per Chapter Note 5.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
11%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test pewter for lead content compliance with CPSIA if for consumer use
• Document plating as PVD/vacuum deposition to differentiate from clad materials
• Avoid generic 'gold-plated' labels; specify tone/color to prevent precious metal assumptions