Natural Ruby Dust
Ultrafine dust from natural rubies, with 90%+ passing 0.5mm mesh, used in precision lapping and optical polishing. Falls under HTS 7105.90.00.00 as 'other' dust/powder of natural semi-precious stones.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from natural diamonds
Diamond dust/powder has specific subheading 7105.10, separate from other stones.
If worked into jewelry components
Articles of worked precious/semi-precious stones classify under heading 7116.
If not sufficiently fine (under 90% through 0.5mm)
Coarser natural corundum powder may fall under Chapter 25 as non-precious stone dust.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include sieve analysis report proving powder form compliance
• Document natural corundum origin to distinguish from synthetic ruby powder
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