Cut Black Coral Discs

Thin discs cut from Antipathes black coral, polished on both sides but not drilled or set, ideal for earrings or inlays in jewelry designs. This worked form is specifically for jewelry fabrication. Under HTS 9601.90.40.00 as cut coral suitable for jewelry.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.1%+17.5%19.6%
🇲🇽Mexico2.1%+10.0%12.1%
🇨🇦Canada2.1%+10.0%12.1%
🇩🇪Germany2.1%+10.0%12.1%
🇯🇵Japan2.1%+10.0%12.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

9601.90.60.00Lower: 17.5% vs 19.6%

If used for non-jewelry carvings like decorative objects

Jewelry-unsuitable coral goes to the general other worked coral category.

7116.20Lower: 10% vs 19.6%

If when drilled and strung as semi-finished necklaces

Drilling for stringing can classify as unfinished jewelry under Chapter 71.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Black coral often requires stricter CITES scrutiny; secure permits early and include species verification

Document cutting processes to prove no setting has occurred