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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If worked, graded, but not mounted
Sapphires that are cut, polished, or faceted beyond rough shaping enter 7103.91 for worked precious stones.
If set in precious metal jewelry
Once mounted or set in gold/silver, it becomes jewelry under heading 7113 per note 9 definitions.
If synthetic rather than natural
Synthetic or reconstructed stones, even rough, classify under 7104, not natural precious stones of 7103.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify natural origin via lab certification; synthetic sapphires classify differently under imitation jewelry headings
• Avoid over-declaring value based on potential polished yield; base valuation on rough state market prices
• Ensure no mounting or setting; even minimal settings reclassify to Chapter 71 articles of jewelry
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Rough Ruby Gemstone
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Rough Emerald Crystal
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