Fashion Beaded Necklace from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

21%

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

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