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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇲🇽Mexico2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇨🇦Canada2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇩🇪Germany2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇯🇵Japan2.8%+10.0%12.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7115.90.05Higher: 25% vs 12.8%

If synthetic corundum or silica-based

Synthetic gemstones like lab-grown emeralds from Chapter 71 materials shift to heading 7115.

3926.90.45Higher: 38.5% vs 12.8%

If in form of imitation pearls

Plastic imitation pearls have a specific subheading separate from general imitation gemstones.

9503.00.00Lower: 10% vs 12.8%

If sold as components for toy jewelry sets

Plastic gems integral to toys fall under Chapter 95 for toys and games.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide color and material specs in entry docs to distinguish from glass or synthetic gemstones

Avoid importing in finished jewelry form to maintain Chapter 39 classification

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.

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.

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.