Imitation Aquamarine Glass Cabochons from Japan
Light blue-green glass stones cut to imitate aquamarine gems, used in silver jewelry and decorative inlays. Covered by 7018.10.20.00 for glass imitation semiprecious stones excluding imitation beads.
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
• Include hardness testing results (Mohs scale) to distinguish from plastic substitutes
• Use heat-resistant packaging for tropical shipping routes
• Avoid mixed shipments with natural stones to prevent sampling requirements