CVD Synthetic Spinel Gems from Mexico
Chemical vapor deposition grown magnesium aluminum oxide, cut into various shapes, unmounted. HTS 7104.99.5000 covers synthetic spinel semiprecious stones not strung/set. Versatile color options for costume jewelry.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Growth method disclosure (CVD vs flux) affects inclusion patterns for verification
• Specific gravity 3.6 declaration differentiates from corundum