Reconstructed Ruby Gemstones from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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