Faux Ivory Rosary from Japan
Rosary imitating ivory with resin beads and silver-tone plastic cross, on silk-like cord for devotional carry. Under 7117.90.20.00 as imitation jewelry chaplet, purely religious and wearable. Excludes real ivory or precious materials per notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify resin as non-elephant ivory to comply with USFWS; avoid 'ivory' labeling
• Document cord strength for wearability claims during prayer use
• Beware CITES confusion; synthetic only avoids wildlife declaration requirements