Glass Bearing Balls
Precision soda-lime glass balls for low-load instrumentation bearings and fiber optic connectors. Their non-magnetic properties make them ideal for sensitive applications, and they are classified as bearing balls under this 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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the balls are part of a bearing assembly
Assembled bearings are classified separately from individual balls.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the glass balls are specifically designed for bearing use, not general glassware, to avoid reclassification
• Provide technical specifications showing their use in bearings
• Check if the glass material triggers any special import permits
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