Garnet Lapping Powder from Germany
Natural almandine garnet powder for precision lapping of optical components. HTS 7105.90.00.00 for other natural semi-precious stone dust meeting sieve requirements.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Indian/Australian garnet imports require specific hardness certification
• Density testing differentiates true garnet from silica substitutes
• Bulk vs packaged affects marking requirements