Personal Wedding Ring
A gold wedding band personally owned and worn by the traveler abroad for several years. This qualifies under HTS 9804.00.20 as an article of personal adornment actually owned and in the possession of the arriving person prior to departure for the US, intended solely for personal use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If new and not personally owned
New precious metal jewelry falls under Chapter 71 as commercial imports rather than personal effects
If acquired abroad as travel souvenir under $100
Personal articles acquired abroad during trip (not pre-owned) qualify under different personal exemption
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Must prove personal ownership through wear patterns or photos; cannot be new or purchased as gift; declare on CBP Form 6059B
Related Products under HTS 9804.00.20
Traveler's Cufflinks
Personal silver cufflinks worn with dress shirts abroad by business traveler. Articles of personal adornment under HTS 9804.00.20, owned and possessed prior to departure.
Personal Razor and Blades
Used safety razor with several replacement blades, personal grooming kit owned abroad. Toilet articles under 9804.00.20 for traveler's personal use only.
Used Scarf Cashmere
Personal cashmere scarf showing pilling from regular winter wear abroad. Wearing apparel under 9804.00.20 as pre-owned personal effect appropriate for owner's use.
Personal Nail Clipper
Used metal nail clipper/file combo from traveler's grooming kit abroad. Toilet article qualifying under HTS 9804.00.20 criteria for personal effects.
Traveler's Tie Clip
Personal gold tie clip worn with neckties abroad for business occasions. Personal adornment under 9804.00.20 as owned item in possession prior to US travel.
Personal Comb Pocket
Used folding pocket comb with wear from daily hair grooming abroad. Toilet article under HTS 9804.00.20 for traveler's personal exclusive use.