Onyx Window Sills from Japan
Translucent onyx sills sawn flat for luxury building windowsills. Classifies under 6802.29.9000 as other simply cut monumental stone with even surface, prized for natural veining. Excludes slate and Chapter 71 gem articles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for calcite content to avoid Chapter 71 gemstone reclassification
• Declare light transmission properties if marketed as decorative
• Package securely against fracture, common claim in stone imports