HTS Chapter 71 — Precious Metals, Jewelry Tariff Rates (2026)

Precious Metals, Jewelry fall under Chapter 71 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, one of the higher-duty product categories. Encompasses natural and cultured pearls, precious and semi-precious stones, precious metals (gold, silver, platinum), and jewelry. The average MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products in this chapter is 5.5%. Individual rates vary significantly within the chapter, ranging from duty-free to well above the average. In addition to MFN rates, most non-EU imports face the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026; scheduled to sunset approximately July 24, 2026). EU-origin goods instead fall under the EU-US trade deal's 15% all-inclusive ceiling (effective July 1, 2026) — MFN does not stack on top, and goods with MFN rates of 15% or higher pay MFN only. Chinese imports in this chapter face additional Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the specific product classification. Common products in this chapter include Gold jewelry, Silver articles, Diamonds, Cultured pearls, Platinum, Gemstones, Costume jewelry, Coin. Related HTS chapters include Chapter 83, Chapter 96, which cover similar or complementary product categories.