Faceted Amethyst Gemstone

A violet-colored amethyst gemstone that has been cut and faceted to enhance its brilliance and clarity, but not mounted or set. Classified under HTS 7103.99.5000 as a semiprecious stone, otherwise worked, and not strung, mounted, or set. It meets the criteria for worked semiprecious stones like those graded for jewelry use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10.5%+17.5%28%
🇲🇽Mexico10.5%+10.0%20.5%
🇨🇦Canada10.5%+10.0%20.5%
🇩🇪Germany10.5%+10.0%20.5%
🇯🇵Japan10.5%+10.0%20.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

7103.10Lower: 20.5% vs 28%

If unworked or only rudely worked

Unworked or minimally cut semiprecious stones fall under 7103.10 for natural, unprocessed forms.

7116.20Lower: 10% vs 28%

If mounted or set in silver

Once set into precious metal, it becomes jewelry under heading 7116 rather than loose worked stones.

7117.19Lower: 21% vs 28%

If synthetic and used in imitation jewelry

Synthetic versions without precious metal classification shift to imitation jewelry in 7117.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain gemological certificates verifying authenticity and treatment history (e.g

heat-treated) to avoid misclassification

Declare exact weight in carats and confirm no mounting to prevent shifts to Chapter 71 headings like 7116

Check for CITES restrictions if sourced from regions with endangered species concerns for similar stones

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