Unworked Tsavorite Garnet Rough from Japan
Green grossular garnet rough from East African mines, entirely unworked and in crystal matrix. HTS 7103.10.20.00 covers such semiprecious rough stones before any gem cutting.
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
• Source from certified conflict-free mines to preempt Kimberley-like process scrutiny
• Accurate grading of color/zones in declarations prevents reclassification disputes
• Ensure packaging shows no evidence of working; loose matrix is ideal for unworked claim