Yellow Sapphire Faceted Gem from China
Vivid yellow sapphire, faceted for optimal light play, worked but unset, sourced from gem gravels. Under HTS 7103.91.0020 for sapphires otherwise worked, popular in astrological jewelry. Remains loose for importers.
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
• Provide fluorescence test results if relevant, distinguishing natural yellow from treated
• Invoice must specify 'worked sapphire' to avoid fallback to unworked categories