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HPHT Synthetic Diamond Melee Parcels

Small synthetic diamonds (melee size <0.1 carat) produced via High-Pressure High-Temperature method, roughly shaped into pyramidal or octahedral forms. HTS 7104.21.00.00 covers these unworked/slightly sawn synthetic diamonds not intended for jewelry setting yet.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China3%+17.5%20.5%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico3%+10.0%13%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada3%+10.0%13%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermany3%+10.0%13%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

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

7104.91Lower: 16.4% vs 20.5%

If laser-cut or bruted to jewelry proportions

Precision shaping beyond rough sawn qualifies as 'worked' under 7104.91.

7116.20Lower: 10% vs 20.5%

If set into jewelry articles

Once set or mounted, even synthetic diamonds become jewelry under heading 7116.

8486.10.00.00Higher: 25% vs 20.5%

If for industrial abrasive or machine tool use

Synthetic diamonds for industrial applications like grinding may classify under Chapter 84 as tool components.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide HPHT growth certificates; melee parcels often scrutinized for natural mixing

• Weigh parcels precisely; declare temporary stringing if used for transport convenience only