Australian Parti Emerald Cushion Cut from Japan
A 2.8-carat cushion-cut Australian emerald with parti-color zoning showing green and blue hues. Worked through precise faceting, not mounted or strung, classified as worked emeralds in HTS 7103.91.00.30.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Photographic evidence of color zoning aids in authentication against fakes
• Batch imports require lot-specific declarations to prevent commingling penalties
• Monitor for chromium content tests distinguishing true emeralds from green beryl