Princess Cut Sapphire Loose Gems from Japan
Cornflower blue sapphires in princess square cuts, heat-treated, unset for high-end jewelry. Though precious, non-diamond status fits HTS 7103.99.10.00 for cut suitable stones. Corundum gems for luxury settings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• GIA or AGS cert mandatory for sapphires >1ct; declare enhancements explicitly
• Value based on 4Cs (color, clarity, cut, carat); mismatches trigger audits