Rough Padparadscha Sapphire from Japan
Rare pink-orange padparadscha sapphires in rough, unworked form, sourced from Sri Lankan mines. As a variety of corundum, these are precious stones other than diamonds, and being unworked or roughly shaped, they are classified under tariff item 7103.10.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Verify the stones are unworked—simply sawn or roughly shaped is acceptable, but tumbling or polishing changes classification
• Declare the exact weight and value in carats, as CBSA may verify
• If the sapphires are part of a larger shipment, ensure each stone type is itemized