Pearl and Platinum Lighter from Canada
Refillable lighter with platinum frame inlaid with natural cultured pearls. Qualifies under HTS 9613.80.4000 as precious metal with pearls (precious material per chapter notes for this heading). For upscale personal use.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify pearls as natural/cultured vs imitation to maintain precious classification
• Declare pearl luster/grade if significant value component