Soapstone Cube Blanks for Jewelry Findings from Japan
Small sawed soapstone cubes prepared for drilling and polishing into beads or inlays for artisan jewelry. Soft carving properties make them ideal for handcrafting. HTS 6815.99.20.00 for cut soapstone cubes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Size under 2cm prevents building stone misclassification
• Document craft end-use to differentiate from Chapter 71 gem materials