Plastic Saint Medal Lapel Pin from China
A lightweight plastic pin featuring an image of Saint Christopher, intended to be worn on clothing as a protective devotional token. Classified under HTS 7117.90.30.00 for its imitation jewelry nature as a religious article worn on apparel, excluding any real precious materials. It embodies personal faith expression in everyday wear.
Duty Rate — China → United States
21.4%
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
• Document plastic composition and devotional intent to distinguish from fashion jewelry
• Ensure sizing meets 'small objects of personal adornment' criteria from heading 7117 notes
• Watch for blending with non-devotional designs, risking shift to general imitation jewelry