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9613.80.40.00/Pearl and Platinum Lighter/Japan

Pearl and Platinum Lighter from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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Import Tips

• Certify pearls as natural/cultured vs imitation to maintain precious classification

• Declare pearl luster/grade if significant value component