Rough Aquamarine Rough from China
Roughly sawn aquamarine (beryl variety) semiprecious stones from pegmatite deposits. HTS 7103.10.40.00 applies to unworked or simply shaped semiprecious stones other than diamonds, not mounted or strung. Popular for faceting into blue-green gems.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Label parcels clearly as 'rough unworked' to avoid confusion with polished imports
• Use independent appraisals for high-value parcels over $2,500 requiring formal entry
• Monitor for heat treatment disclosures; treated stones may still qualify if not substantially worked