Carbon Steel Bead Necklace Chain from Japan
Thin carbon steel chain with small round links ≤8mm diameter, used as base for costume jewelry necklaces. It is 'other chain' under HTS 7315.89.1000 due to iron/steel construction and round cross-section links, prior to any gem or bead attachment. Excludes precious metal chains.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
11.5%
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
• Document as 'chain only' without beads to prevent jewelry classification; provide link dimension photos
• Comply with FTC guidelines on metal alloy disclosure if plated
• Pitfall: customs may reclassify if imported with clasps