Brazilian Cat's Eye Emerald Cabochon from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Include spectrographic reports confirming natural origin to prevent disputes over imitation or treated stones
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests sets; ship individually to maintain loose stone status
• Check for uniform color grading; inconsistencies may trigger additional scrutiny