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
51.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
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