Diamond-Inlaid Gold Lighter from Japan
A refillable gas lighter with a 14k gold body inlaid with genuine diamonds around the ignition area. It qualifies for HTS 9613.80.4000 as it combines precious metal (gold) and semiprecious stones (diamonds) in a functional lighter design. Precious stones here are not minor constituents.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain gemological certificates for diamonds to document stone value and prevent disputes over 'minor constituent' status
• Separate stone and metal values on commercial invoices for accurate duty assessment