Rough Emerald Crystal
Unworked beryl emerald crystals with natural inclusions, roughly shaped or sawn for transport. Classified in HTS 7103.10.40.00 as precious stones other than diamonds in unworked form, aligning with chapter exclusions for non-stone substances. Used by cutters for high-end gem production.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If temporarily strung for transport convenience
Legal note allows temporary stringing for transport only; permanent moves to 7103.10.50 or strung headings.
If ungraded and strung beyond temporary transport
Strung emeralds for sale, not just transport, classify under 7116 as precious stone articles.
If crafted into goldsmiths' wares like ornaments
Rough stones set into tableware or decorative articles fall under 7114 per note 10.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Colombian emeralds may require CITES permits due to beryl trade restrictions; check Appendix II listing
• Document rough vs. cleaned state; acid treatments could be seen as working, shifting classification
• Batch imports by mine origin to facilitate uniform valuation and reduce customs scrutiny
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Rough Morganite Beryl
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Rough Peridot Olivine
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Rough Ruby Gemstone
A natural unworked or roughly shaped ruby gemstone extracted from mineral deposits, classified under HTS 7103.10.40.00 as a precious stone other than diamond that is unworked or simply sawn or roughly shaped, not strung, mounted, or set. It meets the chapter definition of precious or semiprecious stones and is imported in bulk for further cutting and polishing.
Rough Sapphire Gemstone
Natural corundum-based sapphire in rough, unworked or simply sawn form, ideal for lapidary work. Falls under HTS 7103.10.40.00 as an unworked precious stone other than diamond, per chapter notes excluding synthetic or reconstructed stones. Imported loose for jewelry manufacturing.