Fashion Beaded Necklace from Germany
A long strand necklace made from plastic beads and faux crystal accents on a metal alloy chain, designed for casual wear. Classified under HTS 7117.90.90.00 as imitation jewelry because it uses base metals and synthetic materials without precious metals or stones, valued over 20 cents per dozen. It fits 'other' imitation jewelry not incorporating pearls, precious stones, or significant precious metal.
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Import Tips
• Verify no precious metal content exceeds minor plating to avoid reclassification under Chapter 71 headings for precious metal articles
• Provide detailed material composition invoices; common pitfall is undervaluation leading to audits on 'valued over 20 cents per dozen' threshold
• Label as 'imitation' or 'costume' jewelry on packaging to meet FTC guidelines and prevent misclassification as real jewelry