Silver-Plated Pewter Elephant Figurine

An ornate elephant-shaped ornament made of pewter base metal with silver plating, ideal for shelf or mantel decoration. Classified under HTS 8306.21.00.00 due to its base metal construction and precious metal plating. Commonly used in cultural or exotic home decor themes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China4.5%+17.5%22%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico4.5%+10.0%14.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada4.5%+10.0%14.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany4.5%+10.0%14.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan4.5%+10.0%14.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8306.10.00.00Lower: 15.8% vs 22%

If containing over 4.5kg of metal and bell-like

Larger base metal items resembling bells or gongs classify separately.

7113.19.50Higher: 23% vs 22%

If for retail sale as jewelry-like ornaments

Small plated items for personal adornment may fall under imitation jewelry.

7326.90.86Higher: 37.9% vs 22%

If made of iron or steel instead of other base metals

Iron/steel ornaments have separate provisions outside heading 8306.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide metallurgical certificates proving silver plating over pewter to substantiate classification

β€’ Label products clearly with material content to comply with country of origin marking rules

β€’ Watch for undervaluation issues; appraise based on plating value plus base metal cost

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