Glass Bead Chaplet from Japan
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.
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
• 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