Faceted Imitation Ruby Beads
Strands of small, faceted plastic beads imitating rubies, made from red-dyed polystyrene or acrylic for use in beaded jewelry and crafts. HTS 3926.90.4000 applies to these as plastic imitation gemstones, excluding those of glass or Chapter 71 materials.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If assembled into imitation jewelry
Completed imitation jewelry of base metal or plastic moves to Chapter 71 heading 7117.
If in form of stoppers or lids, not imitating gems
Plastic articles like caps without gem imitation are under stoppers and lids heading.
If glass imitation gemstones
Glass versions classify under Chapter 70 for imitation pearls and glass beads.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label shipments clearly as 'plastic imitation gemstone beads' to prevent Chapter 71 reclassification
• Test for polymer content meeting 95% monomer rule if copolymers are used
Related Products under HTS 3926.90.40.00
Polycarbonate Imitation Aquamarine Briolette Beads
Teardrop-shaped briolette beads from polycarbonate plastic, tinted to resemble aquamarine gems with high refractive index mimicking ice-like clarity. HTS 3926.90.4000 covers these plastic imitation gemstones per subheading polymer rules.
Acrylic Faux Diamond Rhinestones
These imitation gemstones are made from molded acrylic plastic resin, cut and faceted to mimic the sparkle and clarity of genuine diamonds. They fall under HTS 3926.90.4000 as plastic articles specifically designed as imitation gemstones, not meeting the criteria for natural or synthetic precious stones in Chapter 71.
Plastic Imitation Emerald Cabochons
Smooth, domed cabochon-style imitation emeralds crafted from colored acrylic or polycarbonate plastic to replicate the green hue and translucency of real emeralds. Classified in HTS 3926.90.4000 as they are plastic articles imitating gemstones per Chapter 39 provisions.
Acrylic Imitation Sapphire Rondelles
Flat, disc-shaped rondelle beads of blue acrylic plastic designed to imitate sapphires, with metallic coatings for enhanced sparkle. These qualify under HTS 3926.90.4000 as chemically modified plastic polymers imitating gemstones.
Resin Imitation Opal Cabochons
Iridescent cabochons made from polyester resin with pearlescent pigments imitating opals' play-of-color. As plastic polymers not covered elsewhere, they are classified in HTS 3926.90.4000 for imitation gemstones.
Nylon Imitation Topaz Faceted Stones
Precision-faceted imitation topaz stones from polyamide-6,6 nylon plastic, offering durability for industrial and decorative uses. Meets HTS 3926.90.4000 as polyamide polymers imitating gemstones with ≥95% monomer content.