Peridot Solitaire Ring from Japan
8x6mm oval peridot set in 4-prong sterling silver ring valued at $38. Classified HTS 7116.20.05.00 as semiprecious olivine (peridot) jewelry article under value threshold.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Prong count affects setting weight; document total vs stone-only
• August birthstone marketing doesn't affect tariff classification
• Oil-filled peridots require treatment disclosure