Wooden Bead Rosary from Japan
A traditional rosary made from wooden beads strung on nylon cord with a plastic crucifix pendant, designed for personal devotional use. It qualifies under HTS 7117.90.20.00 as a chaplet of imitation jewelry, lacking precious metals or stones, intended to be carried or worn. The purely devotional character fits religious articles for personal attachment.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify no precious metals or stones are used, as even minor plating shifts classification to 7113; provide material affidavits
• Include certificates confirming devotional purpose to avoid reclassification as general imitation jewelry
• Label as 'imitation jewelry - rosary' to meet HTS requirements; watch for undervaluation pitfalls in bead costing