Reconstructed Ruby Gemstones from Canada
Reconstructed rubies made by fusing ruby powder under heat and pressure, faceted but not set or strung. Falls under HTS 7104.99.5000 as 'other' reconstructed precious stones, worked but unmounted. Mimics natural ruby appearance for affordable jewelry applications.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide manufacturing process documentation proving reconstruction from powder (90%+ through 0.5mm sieve per subheading note)
• Declare exact chemical composition; rubies must have chromium content to differentiate from pink sapphires