Australian Parti Emerald Cushion Cut from Mexico
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 — 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
• 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