Black Tourmaline Protection Stone from Japan
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 — 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
• 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