Dominican Amber Necklace Dress from Mexico
Women's sheath dress with hand-strung Dominican amber beads forming necklace illusion at neckline, sewn from U.S. fabric in DR. HTS 9820.61.40 eligible under U.S. note 6(k) for beaded formalwear imported directly from Dominican Republic. Amber sourced from local mines preserves prehistoric resin.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Amber grading certificates verify Dominican mine origin and quality
• Bead stringing tension specifications prevent necklace separation
• Jewelry vs apparel classification depends on bead attachment method