Heat-Treated Blue Sapphire from Japan
Blue sapphire enhanced by standard heat treatment, cut and polished, loose for import. HTS 7103.91.0020 covers worked natural sapphires regardless of common treatments like heating. Disclosed in certifications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Always disclose heat treatment in lab reports to avoid fraud claims at customs
• Separate treated from untreated in shipments for accurate valuation