Recycled Glass Mosaic Pebbles
Recycled glass mosaic pebbles are small rounded glass pebbles made from recycled bottles, used for decorative mosaic tabletops and garden art. They qualify as glass smallwares under tariff item 7016.10.00 for their mosaic decorative applications, regardless of their recycled origin.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pebbles are unprocessed glass waste or scrap
Covers glass in the form of cullet or other waste.
If the pebbles are used in construction rather than mosaics
Covers other glass articles for building purposes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the pebbles are not classified as waste or scrap glass, which falls under heading 7001
• Provide documentation of their decorative use to support classification
• Declare the country of origin of the recycled glass, as it may affect duty rates
Related Products under Tariff item 7016.10.00
Frosted Glass Mosaic Squares
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Glass Mosaic Tiles for Backsplash
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Gold Foil Glass Mosaic Tiles
Gold foil glass mosaic tiles are luxury glass smallwares embedded with thin gold foil for high-end decorative wall features. The thin foil does not qualify as a reflecting layer under Chapter 70 note 2(c), and the tiles are designed for mosaic purposes, classifying under tariff item 7016.10.00.
Handmade Glass Mosaic Beads
Handmade glass mosaic beads are tiny glass beads, either strung or loose, used for custom mosaic jewelry and art panels. They are smallwares for decorative mosaics, distinct from larger glass beads in other headings, and fall under tariff item 7016.10.00.
Iridescent Glass Mosaic Cubes
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Mesh-Mounted Glass Mosaic Sheets
Mesh-mounted glass mosaic sheets are pre-assembled sheets of tiny glass smallwares on a fiberglass mesh backing, ideal for quick decorative mosaic installations on walls or furniture. They are explicitly classified as glass smallwares on a backing under tariff item 7016.10.00.