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Synthetic Cubic Zirconia Powder

Synthetic cubic zirconia (ZrO2) micronized to powder form for use in jewelry manufacturing and coatings. HTS 7105.90.00.00 applies to synthetic semi-precious stone simulants in dust form.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2825.60.00Lower: 28.7% vs 37.5%

If industrial-grade zirconium oxide

Non-gem quality synthetic ZrO2 classifies as chemical product, not semi-precious stone.

7116.10.25.00Lower: 25.5% vs 37.5%

If pressed into finished beads/settings

Articles of synthetic precious stones classify under heading 7116.

3206.50.00.00Higher: 44% vs 37.5%

If used primarily as inorganic color pigment

Coloring matter from synthetic stones falls under Chapter 32 if pigment function dominates.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include material safety data sheets for handling zirconia nanoparticles

• Distinguish from industrial zirconium oxide (2818) by gem quality and use