Plastic Pearl Strand Necklace from China
Single-strand necklace of imitation pearls made from plastic beads with high luster finish for elegant look. HTS 7117.90.75.00 covers this as plastic imitation jewelry valued over 20 cents/dozen, explicitly excluding natural/cultured pearls but allowing synthetics without stones.
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
• Disclose 'plastic pearls' clearly; false pearl claims invite 6701 reclassification
• Measure luster coating weight; excessive metal voids plastic purity
• Package as fashion, not fine jewelry, to support imitation status