Pressed Glass Melon Beads
Pressed glass melon beads are molded beads with a faceted melon or pineapple texture, created by pressing molten glass into shaped molds. These decorative beads are used in jewelry and craft projects and are classified as other glass smallwares under this tariff item.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the beads are part of a decorative ornament or statuette
Articles of lamp-worked glass, such as ornaments, are covered under this heading when not imitation jewellery.
If the beads are assembled into a finished jewelry piece
Finished jewelry items fall under Chapter 71, as Chapter 70 excludes imitation jewellery.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the beads are not drilled or strung in a manner that suggests finished jewelry, which would shift classification to Chapter 71
• Include a sample or image with the customs declaration to support the classification
• Verify the glass composition does not meet the lead crystal threshold if claiming a standard glass rate
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