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Natural Ruby Dust from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Include sieve analysis report proving powder form compliance

Document natural corundum origin to distinguish from synthetic ruby powder

Natural Ruby Dust from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 7105.90.00.00