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Kashmir Sapphire Specimen from China

Ultra-rare Kashmir blue sapphire, lightly worked and polished, collector-grade loose stone. Classed under HTS 7103.91.0020 as worked sapphires, renowned for velvety appearance. Supplied unset for high-end jewelers.

Duty Rate — China → United States

20%

Rate breakdown

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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Provenance documents essential for Kashmir sapphires to prevent smuggling suspicions

Appraisal by recognized labs to establish fair market value for duty assessment