9601.90.20.00/Cowrie Shell Beaded Necklaces/China

Cowrie Shell Beaded Necklaces from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

7.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.157.5%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)

9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))

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Import Tips

• Stringing material must be non-dominant; cotton or nylon cords shouldn't alter shell classification

• Test for shell authenticity via lab if disputes arise, avoiding plastic imitations

• Declare as 'worked shell' not 'fashion accessory' to stay in Chapter 96