Glass Bead Chaplet

A chaplet with colorful glass beads and a metal-tone alloy crucifix on elastic cord, for pocket carry during prayer. Falls under HTS 7117.90.20.00 for rosaries/chaplets as imitation jewelry of purely devotional design. No real gems or precious metals used.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.3%+17.5%20.8%
🇲🇽Mexico3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇨🇦Canada3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇩🇪Germany3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇯🇵Japan3.3%+10.0%13.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7117.19Higher: 21% vs 20.8%

If beads are larger and marketed as fashion rather than devotional

Non-religious strung bead necklaces classify as other imitation jewelry of no religious character.

7018.10Lower: 10% vs 20.8%

If imported as loose glass beads for assembly

Unstrung glass beads for jewelry making are glass beads, not assembled chaplets.

4823.90Lower: 10% vs 20.8%

If paper-wrapped beads in non-jewelry construction

Paper or cardboard bead chaplets are other articles of paper, escaping imitation jewelry.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure glass beads meet safety standards for sharp edges; document annealing processes

Provide photos showing wearability (e.g

neck loop) to prove 'designed to be worn' criterion

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