7116.10.25.00 - Cultured

This HTS category, 7116.10.25.00, specifically covers articles made from cultured pearls. This classification is for items where the primary material, or the defining characteristic, is pearls that have been grown under controlled conditions, as opposed to those found naturally. The term "cultured" is critical here, distinguishing these pearls from their naturally occurring counterparts.

In contrast to its sibling category, 7116.10.10.00 which covers "Natural" pearls, this subcategory is dedicated solely to pearls cultivated by humans. This distinction is important for customs purposes, as the origin and method of pearl formation can influence duty rates and import regulations. Therefore, when classifying an article, it is essential to ascertain whether the pearls incorporated are natural or have undergone a cultivation process.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories within 7116.10.25.00. This means that all articles primarily composed of cultured pearls, regardless of their specific form or function (e.g., jewelry, decorative objects), will fall under this precise HTS code. The classification relies on the definitive presence of cultured pearls as the defining component of the article.