YAG Crystal Boule from China
Yttrium Aluminum Garnet (YAG) single crystal boule, grown by Czochralski process, over 2.5 grams, for laser rod production. HTS 3824.99.1900 applies to such cultured crystals excluding Chapter 90 optics. Used in solid-state lasers and scintillators.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include spectroscopic analysis confirming YAG composition to prevent confusion with optical parts
• Label as 'raw cultured boule - not optical element' to comply with exclusion notes