Exhibitor Information

JOGS Las Vegas Gem & Jewelry Show Application

To apply to exhibit at our upcoming event, please follow these instructions:

1. Click on the red “Download PDF” button to download and open the PDF file that contains the exhibit application and contract, along with the booth prices and other important information about reserving a booth.
2. Review the information in the PDF file carefully to determine the booth size and location that best fits your needs.
3. Complete the application and contract form and ensure that all required information is filled in accurately and completely.
4. Submit the completed form along with any additional required documentation via email to info@jogsshow.com
5. If you prefer to apply online, you can also click on the “Apply Online” button and follow the prompts to submit your application and reserve a spot.
6. Once your application has been received and processed, we will confirm your booth reservation and provide you with further instructions and details for the event.

We look forward to receiving your application and having you as an exhibitor at our upcoming event.

UPS Supply Chain Solutions is the official pallet shipping partner for the 2025 JOGS Las Vegas Show.

Please refer to the attached flyer (PDF link) for details on shipping options and special pallet rates available exclusively to JOGS Show exhibitors through UPS.

Important Shipping Information:

• Arrival & Delivery: All pallets shipped via UPS will arrive on the official Exhibitor Set-Up Day, June 3, 2025, and will be delivered directly to exhibitor booths at no additional charge for on-site delivery.
• Shipping Arrangements: To schedule pallet shipments, please contact Andy Tith, UPS Trade Supply Chain Solutions Representative, at (702) 891-5067 or via email at atith@ups.com.
• Shipping Restrictions: Pallets cannot be shipped directly to the show site (Expo at the World Market Center Las Vegas) for early delivery before the Exhibitor Set-Up Day.
• Pre-arranged Shipments: Exhibitors who have already arranged pallet shipments with UPS or another shipping service will have their pallets delivered by UPS-SCS from the Expo at the World Market Center Las Vegas loading dock to their booths.
• On-Site Pallet Drop-Off: Exhibitors bringing merchandise on pallets must drop them off at the Expo at the World Market Center Las Vegas loading dock on June 3, 2025. Exhibitors must notify both the JOGS Las Vegas Show team and Gamut Event Services of the number of pallets being dropped off before arrival for set-up.
• For any additional questions or assistance, please contact UPS Supply Chain Solutions representative Andy Tith at (702) 891-5067 or via email at atith@ups.com

Permit Submission Requirement

Exhibitors must apply for a Nevada Seller’s Permit through the Nevada Department of Taxation.

For exhibitors planning to sell for less than 90 days in Nevada, a Temporary Seller’s Permit (available at no cost) can be obtained.

To apply for a temporary sales permit in Nevada as an exhibitor, please contact the Nevada Department of Taxation and obtain a Temporary Seller’s Permit application, which can be downloaded from their website or obtained by calling (866) 962-3707. 

📞 Phone: (866) 962-3707
🌐 Website: Nevada Department of Taxation

A copy of the Nevada Seller’s Permit or Temporary Seller’s Permit should be submitted along with your JOGS Las Vegas Gem & Jewelry Show Exhibitor Application.

Sales Tax Compliance in Las Vegas, NV

All exhibitors must adhere to Nevada state requirements for conducting on-site sales at the JOGS Las Vegas Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show 2025.

Wholesale Transactions

• Exhibitors who conduct only wholesale transactions are required to submit a One-Time Sales Tax Return form indicating $0 taxes collected.
• This form must be returned to Show Management at the conclusion of the event.

Retail Transactions

• All retail sales must include the Nevada state-mandated sales tax, which is currently 8.375% in Las Vegas.
• Exhibitors are responsible for collecting and remitting sales tax for all retail transactions.

Sales Tax Submission Deadline

• Exhibitors must submit the One-Time Sales Tax Return form along with the collected sales tax on the final day of the Show, June 7, 2025 to the JOGS Show management on-site.

• One-Time Sales Tax Return forms and instructions will be provided to all exhibitors upon arrival at the JOGS Show site during set-up. For additional details, exhibitors should carefully review the tax documentation provided at check-in.

• For further details on sales tax regulations and compliance, visit: https://tax.nv.gov/

Import Duties and Taxes

Minerals and fossils imported into the United States are not subject to import taxes or duties. To ensure proper classification, shipments should be declared using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) code 9705.00.0090, which corresponds to “Collections and Collectors’ Pieces of Mineralogical or Paleontological Interest.”

For jewelry, gemstones, and precious metals, import duties vary based on the item classification. General tariff rates for common jewelry categories include:

• Silver jewelry (HTS code: 7113.11.5000) – Import duty: 5.0%
• Gold jewelry (HTS code: 7113.19.5000) – Import duty: 5.5%
• Jewelry with gemstones (HTS code: 7113.19.2900) – Import duty: 5.5%
• Loose gemstones:
  • Diamonds (HTS code: 7102.31.0000) – Duty-free
  • Other precious gemstones (HTS code: 7103.99.1000) – Duty-free
  • Synthetic gemstones (HTS code: 7104.90.1000) – Import duty: 2.5%

The most up-to-date HTS codes and duty rates can be found on the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) website or by consulting a licensed customs broker.

Customs Compliance & Clearance Assistance

To facilitate customs clearance, importers should:

• Maintain a detailed inventory list of the items being shipped.
• Accurately declare goods using the appropriate HTS code (as listed above).
• Verify applicable duty exemptions for gems, jewelry, and related items before shipment.

Customs Brokers & Assistance

For shipments arriving via UPS, their in-house customs brokerage team can assist with clearance procedures and provide guidance on duty rates and compliance.

If additional assistance is needed, exhibitors can consult an independent customs broker.

We recommend contacting Service Express Customs Corporation for professional customs brokerage services:

📍 Service Express Customs Corporation
139 Mitchell Avenue, Suite #110
South San Francisco, CA 94080

📞 Manfred Patigler

• Phone: (650) 872-0633
• Fax: (650) 871-5104

Email: mpatigler@aol.com

ATA Carnet for High-Duty Items

For items subject to high import duties, exhibitors may consider obtaining an ATA Carnet—an internationally recognized customs document that allows temporary importation without paying duties or taxes. The ATA Carnet is valid for up to one year and is accepted in over 71 countries.

Key Considerations for ATA Carnet Usage:

• The cost of an ATA Carnet is approximately $300, plus a surety bond fee of 1% of the merchandise value.
• Goods must be re-exported within the authorized timeframe to avoid duty and tax liabilities.
• Items not re-exported will be subject to applicable import duties, as would be the case for sold goods.
• The term ATA stands for “Admission Temporaire/Temporary Admission” in French and English.

For further details and to apply for an ATA Carnet, visit the International Chamber of Commerce website.

By following these guidelines and working with experienced customs brokers, exhibitors can ensure smooth and compliant importation of their goods into the United States.