Lapis Lazuli Cat Figurine from China
Elegant cat sculpture from natural lapis lazuli, prized for its deep blue color with pyrite flecks, a classic semiprecious stone. Classified under HTS 7116.20.3500 for decorative semiprecious stone figurines.
Duty Rate — China → United States
24.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Require Afghan origin certification; synthetic lapis reclassifies under 7116.20.85
• Ensure no goldsmith mounting; pure stone only for this subheading
• Quarantine for potential cultural heritage claims on ancient-style carvings