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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7113.20.10.00Higher: 24.5% vs 17.5%

If containing natural pearls

Precious metal/pearl jewelry takes precedence over shell.

4203.21Lower: 14.9% vs 17.5%

If earring cases with shell

Leather goods with shell classify by carrier material.

9606.21Lower: 14.7% vs 17.5%

If pearl buttons from same shell

Specific button subheading in 9606.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Metal hooks minor; declare shell value predominance

β€’ Lab certification for shell vs. cultured pearl distinction

β€’ Retail packaging shouldn't imply set with gems

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