Worked shell and articles thereof
Worked ivory, bone, tortoise-shell, horn, antlers, coral, mother-of-pearl and other animal carving material, and articles of these materials (including articles obtained by molding): > Other: > Worked shell and articles thereof
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 9601.90.20.00
Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Buttons
Buttons crafted from worked shell, specifically mother-of-pearl, featuring polished surfaces and inlay designs for garment fastening. Classified under HTS 9601.90.20.00 as articles of worked shell, distinct from molded plastics or metal parts excluded by chapter notes.
Abalone Shell Jewelry Pendants
Hand-carved pendants from abalone shell, polished and drilled for necklace use, showcasing natural iridescence. Falls under 9601.90.20.00 for worked shell articles, not qualifying as jewelry excluded under heading 7117.
Carved Nautilus Shell Picture Frames
Decorative photo frames made from intricately carved nautilus shell sections, assembled with minimal adhesive. HTS 9601.90.20.00 applies to these worked shell articles, separate from furniture or art exclusions in Chapters 94 or 97.
Cowrie Shell Beaded Necklaces
Strands of polished and drilled cowrie shells strung as wearable necklaces, emphasizing natural shell work. Classified in 9601.90.20.00 as worked shell articles, not imitation jewelry per Chapter 71 exclusion.
Oyster Shell Coasters Set
Sets of polished oyster shell slices finished as drink coasters, with natural ridges intact. HTS 9601.90.20.00 covers these household articles of worked shell, not kitchenware or toys excluded elsewhere.
Scallop Shell Wall Inlays
Individually worked scallop shells cut and polished for mosaic wall decorations. As articles of worked shell, they fit 9601.90.20.00, excluding art pieces or building materials.
Clam Shell Knife Handles
Precision-carved clam shell handles for pocket knives, fitted but entered separately. HTS 9601.90.20.00 for worked shell articles, as chapter notes allow separate handles unlike assembled cutlery.
Turtle Shell Guitar Picks
Thin slices of worked shell shaped into durable guitar picks, mimicking traditional tortoise shell. Classifies under 9601.90.20.00 for shell articles, excluded from musical instruments in Chapter 92.
Conch Shell Wind Chimes
Hung elements carved from conch shells, producing sound when clinking, for outdoor decoration. Worked shell articles under 9601.90.20.00, not toys or musical instruments.
Pearl Oyster Shell Earrings
Dangle earrings from worked pearl oyster shell, hook-mounted but shell-dominant. HTS 9601.90.20.00 for shell articles where precious materials are minor per chapter notes.
Mussel Shell Desk Ornaments
Polished mussel shells sculpted into abstract desk sculptures. As worked shell articles, 9601.90.20.00 applies, excluding works of art.
Whelk Shell Napkin Rings
Hollowed whelk shells polished into rings for holding napkins at tables. Household worked shell under 9601.90.20.00.
Trochus Shell Hair Clips
Carved trochus shell slides with prong backs for hair. Worked shell articles 9601.90.20.00.
Cockle Shell Keychains
Drilled cockle shells with rings for keys. 9601.90.20.00 worked shell.
Limpit Shell Bookends
Paired worked limpet shells weighted for books. Shell articles 9601.90.20.00.