Plastic Bead Necklace for Kids from China
A simple necklace made entirely of small plastic beads strung on a fiber cord, valued under 30 cents per dozen. It falls under HTS 7117.90.10.00 as imitation jewelry consisting wholly of plastic shapes mounted on fiber string, designed for children's play or casual wear. The low value and plastic composition distinguish it from higher-end jewelry.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
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)
Import Tips
• Verify total value per dozen does not exceed 30 cents using commercial invoices to qualify for this low-duty subheading
• Ensure product is composed wholly of plastic shapes on fiber string; any metal or stone addition shifts to other subheadings
• Provide detailed photos and material breakdowns to CBP to prevent misclassification as higher-value imitation jewelry