Drawn Glass for Model Display Cases
A precision rectangular drawn glass sheet, 1.65 mm thick and 0.22 m² in area, intended for miniature model display cases and dioramas. The glass is unworked except for cutting to shape, which the chapter notes state does not affect classification. It falls under tariff item 7004.90.00 as other drawn glass in sheets.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the glass is produced by casting or rolling
Heading 70.03 covers cast and rolled glass, not drawn or blown.
If a reflective or absorbent layer is added
Coated glass falls under heading 70.05.
If the glass is further worked, such as polished or bent
Further working moves the product to heading 70.06.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the glass thickness is within the declared range, as CBSA may test it
• Include the intended use on the invoice to avoid misclassification as worked glass
• If the sheets are cut to non-rectangular shapes, confirm they still qualify as sheets under the tariff
Related Products under Tariff item 7004.90.00
Architectural Partition Drawn Glass Sheets
Thin rectangular drawn glass sheets over 0.26 m² area and under 1.5 mm thickness for interior partitions in offices. These sheets are unworked beyond drawing and cutting, falling under tariff item 7004.90.00 as other drawn glass in sheets.
Blown Glass Observation Window Sheets
Blown glass sheets, 2.4 mm thick and 0.18 m² in area, intended for small observation windows in equipment housings. Produced by the blowing process and not further worked, these sheets meet the criteria for blown glass in sheets under tariff item 7004.90.00.
Blown Glass Panel for Mini Greenhouse
Rectangular blown glass panel, 1.8 mm thick and 0.24 m² area, designed for small greenhouse or terrarium construction. These panels are unworked beyond blowing and cutting, falling under tariff item 7004.90.00 as other blown glass in sheets.
Blown Glass Rectangle for Picture Frame Glazing
Hand-blown clear glass sheets in rectangular shape, 1.2 mm thick and 0.20 m² area, designed for picture frame covers. These sheets are not otherwise worked beyond the drawing or blowing process and cutting to shape, as permitted by Chapter Note 2(b). They fall under tariff item 7004.90.00 as other blown glass in sheets.
Blown Glass Sheet for Small Display Cases
A thin blown glass sheet, 2.5 mm thick and 0.20 m² in area, designed for the fronts of miniature display cases. The glass is unworked and produced by blowing, fitting the description of blown glass in sheets under tariff item 7004.90.00.
Blown Glass Shelf Insert Panel
1.9 mm thick blown glass rectangular panel of 0.26 m² exactly, for inserting into display shelves. These panels are unworked beyond blowing and cutting, classified under tariff item 7004.90.00 as other blown glass in sheets.