Black Tourmaline Protection Stone from Germany
Roughly tumbled black tourmaline stone for EMF protection and grounding. As a natural mineral article not specified elsewhere, it fits 6815.99.4170, avoiding exclusions for building stone or chapter 71. Sold for holistic wellness applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include photos showing tumbled finish to prove non-industrial, non-tool status
• Batch test for radioactivity if from certain deposits to preempt FDA or EPA flags
• Specify 'not for construction' on commercial invoice per chapter note distinctions