Acrylic Beaded Necklace from China
A lightweight necklace made from molded acrylic beads strung together, designed as costume jewelry for casual wear. It falls under HTS 7117.90.75.00 as imitation jewelry of plastics, valued over 20 cents per dozen, without precious metals or stones. The plastic composition and personal adornment function align with chapter notes for imitation jewelry.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify plastic composition exceeds 90% by weight to avoid reclassification as other materials; provide lab test reports
• Ensure valuation documentation shows price per dozen pieces exceeds 20 cents to qualify under this subheading
• Label as 'imitation jewelry' and avoid any precious metal plating claims to prevent scrutiny under heading 7113