Synthetic Alexandrite Rough from China
Color-change synthetic chrysoberyl (BeAl2O4) grown via Czochralski method, roughly shaped boules. Classified HTS 7104.29.00.00 as other synthetic precious stones, unworked beyond sawing, not strung/set. Rare color-change property but synthetic per chapter rules.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23%
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
• UV fluorescence tests distinguish synthetic from natural; include in shipment docs
• Bulk lots only—retail packaging may imply finished goods