Padparadscha Sapphire from Mexico
Rare padparadscha sapphire, worked and polished with pink-orange hue from Sri Lankan mines, loose for setting. Classified in HTS 7103.91.0020 as worked sapphires, valued for unique color blending. Excludes any mounting or stringing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Secure origin certificates for padparadscha, often restricted or high-value, impacting duty calculations
• Use AIGS or GIA reports specifying color treatment (none for natural) to affirm classification