Rough Emerald Crystal from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
30.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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
• 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