Quick answer
allowed ≈ Estimated
No special restriction recorded. The normal duty-free allowance and duty apply.
Example
- 10 g × 22K ≈ $1,207
- 20 g × 22K ≈ $2,415
- 50 g × 22K ≈ $6,036
- 100 g × 22K ≈ $12,072
Today's international gold market rate (2026-11-09). Customs may use its own valuation. 🟣 Reported
Gold jewellery rules in United States
No special restriction recorded. The normal duty-free allowance and duty apply. ≈ Estimated
Duty-free allowance in United States
$800: Returning residents: US$800 of goods acquired abroad (once every 30 days, 48+ hours abroad), including up to 1 L alcohol, 200 cigarettes and 100 cigars. ✅ Official
Flat 3% on the next US$1,000 above the exemption; normal tariff rates beyond that. No VAT. 🟣 Reported
Declare or pay online
- FinCEN Form 105 (cash over US$10,000): Report currency and monetary instruments over US$10,000. ≈ Estimated
- CBP Mobile Passport Control (MPC) app: Submit your customs declaration from your phone on arrival (eligible travellers). ≈ Estimated
⚖️ If you don't declare
- Unreported cash over US$10,000: it can all be seized, with civil penalties up to US$500,000 and possible criminal charges.
- Undeclared goods: seizure and penalties; failing to declare food or agricultural items brings fines (from US$300 for a first offence).
- Losing Global Entry/trusted traveller status is common after a violation.
🟣 Reported EntryBrief – US: undeclared cash seizure, civil penalties up to US$500,000
Frequently asked questions
Can I carry Gold jewellery from China to United States?
No special restriction recorded. The normal duty-free allowance and duty apply.
Do I need to declare Gold jewellery when arriving in United States?
allowed. No special restriction recorded. The normal duty-free allowance and duty apply.
How much can I bring duty-free from China to United States?
$800. Returning residents: US$800 of goods acquired abroad (once every 30 days, 48+ hours abroad), including up to 1 L alcohol, 200 cigarettes and 100 cigars.
Can I pay customs duty online before travelling to United States?
Yes. FinCEN Form 105 (cash over US$10,000): Report currency and monetary instruments over US$10,000.
Related guides
- Mobile phones: China → United States
- Laptops & tablets: China → United States
- Cash & currency: China → United States
- Alcohol: China → United States
- China → United States
- All rules for United States
Sources
- ✅ Official 19 CFR 148.33 – Returning resident exemption
- 🟣 Reported Summary of CBP rules (non-resident $100 gift exemption; 3% flat rate)
Last checked: 2026-11-09