Cabochon Moonstone from China
A milky adularescent moonstone cut into cabochon for optimal schiller effect, loose and unstrung. Fits HTS 7103.99.5000 as worked semiprecious feldspar stone, not mounted. Valued for mystical appeal.
Duty Rate — China → United States
30.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Photograph adularescence for customs to verify quality claims
• Declare as orthoclase feldspar if questioned on mineral composition
• Check for radiation treatment disclosures per import regs