Brazilian Cat's Eye Emerald Cabochon

A smooth cabochon-cut Brazilian emerald displaying a rare cat's eye effect due to inclusions, approximately 3 carats. Polished but unmounted, this worked emerald matches HTS 7103.91.00.30 criteria for emeralds that are worked other than strung or set.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7103.91.00.10Same rate: 17.5%

If rubies or sapphires instead

Same worked subheading but specific statistical suffix for rubies/sapphires separates from emeralds.

7102.21Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If industrial-grade rough diamonds misdeclared

Diamonds, even worked, are in Chapter 71 heading 7102, distinct from colored gemstones.

7117.90Higher: 21% vs 17.5%

If imitation emerald in jewelry form

Imitation jewelry without real precious stones falls under heading 7117.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include spectrographic reports confirming natural origin to prevent disputes over imitation or treated stones

β€’ Avoid bulk packaging that suggests sets; ship individually to maintain loose stone status

β€’ Check for uniform color grading; inconsistencies may trigger additional scrutiny