Plastic Beaded Necklace

A lightweight necklace made from molded plastic beads strung on nylon cord, designed for casual fashion wear. It falls under HTS 7117.90.55.00 as imitation jewelry valued under 20 cents per dozen, lacking precious metals or stones per Chapter 71 note 11. Typical for fast-fashion accessories sold in bulk.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.2%+17.5%24.7%
🇲🇽Mexico7.2%+10.0%17.2%
🇨🇦Canada7.2%+10.0%17.2%
🇩🇪Germany7.2%+10.0%17.2%
🇯🇵Japan7.2%+10.0%17.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

7117.19Lower: 21% vs 24.7%

If valued over 20 cents per dozen

Exceeds the low-value threshold in 7117.90.55, shifting to other low-value imitation jewelry subheading.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 24.7%

If imported as loose plastic beads, not assembled jewelry

Unassembled components of plastic are classified by material in Chapter 39, not as finished imitation jewelry.

7117.90.90.00Higher: 28.5% vs 24.7%

If valued over $3 but not over $12 per dozen

Falls into higher value bracket within 'other' imitation jewelry, per statistical breakouts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify total value per dozen pieces stays under 20 cents with detailed invoices; aggregate parts if sold as sets

Ensure no precious metal plating exceeds minor constituents to avoid reclassification

Use HTS advisory for country-specific rules of origin