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Synthetic Opal Powder from Germany

Lab-created silica-based opal powder for iridescent coatings and polishing. Classified under 7105.90.00.00 as synthetic semi-precious stone powder.

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

• Play-of-color demonstration proves gem quality over industrial silica

• Australian import quotas don't apply to synthetic

• Nano-particle handling regs may trigger additional docs