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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Growth method disclosure (CVD vs flux) affects inclusion patterns for verification
• Specific gravity 3.6 declaration differentiates from corundum