The 2026 Tariff Reality for US Jewelry Importers

In 2024-2026, the US has imposed additional tariffs on Chinese-origin goods. For jewelry importers, this means:

China-origin jewelry: 18-36% additional duties on top of base HTS
Thailand-origin jewelry: Significantly lower or zero additional tariffs under FTA terms
Savings on a $50,000 order: $9,000 to $18,000

Tariff Comparison Table

Origin	Base HTS 7113	2026 Additional Tariff	Total Effective
🇨🇳 China	5.5%	+ 18-36%	23.5-41.5%
🇹🇭 Thailand (LAIYI)	5.5%	0% (with Certificate of Origin)	5.5%
🇮🇳 India	5.5%	+ 0-10%	5.5-15.5%
🇻🇳 Vietnam	5.5%	+ 0-8%	5.5-13.5%

Source: USTR Section 301 actions, USITC HTS 2026. Verify with your customs broker for your specific product code.

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FREEZONE BOI Status
Thailand Board of Investment — tax incentives for export manufacturers

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Certificate of Origin (Form A/E)
Issued with every shipment for US customs clearance

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RJC Member
Responsible Jewelry Council — ethical sourcing compliance

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SGS Material Test Reports
Lead-free, nickel-free, hypoallergenic — meets US CPSIA & EU REACH

Comparison of total landed cost in USA:

On annual orders of $250,000: $61,250 saved per year

Certificate of Origin: We provide Form A (for GSP countries) or preferential COO for FTA-eligible shipments.
Customs broker: We can recommend US customs brokers familiar with Thai-origin jewelry imports.
DDP/DAP shipping: We can ship DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) so you know the exact landed cost upfront.
Section 301 list check: Thailand is not on the Section 301 list — your goods avoid the China-specific surcharges.

Send us your jewelry spec or sample. We'll quote with the Certificate of Origin included.