Honor Society Medallion

Gold medallion on ribbon worn by Phi Beta Kappa members during university honors convocation. Falls under HTS 9810.00.45.00 as academic regalia insignia for nonprofit educational institution ceremonies. Specifically excludes regular wearing apparel per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7117.19.90Higher: 28.5% vs 10%

If considered imitation jewelry

Awards not serving regalia function during public exercises classified under Chapter 71

9817.00.60Same rate: 10%

If for state/university fair awards

Different institutional exemption applies to fair association awards

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include membership bylaws referencing medallion ceremony; photograph institutional display/storage; file entry with educational purpose declaration

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