Lead-Free Glass Frit for Ceramic Glazes

Finely powdered glass material used as a base for creating durable glazes on ceramic tiles and pottery. It melts during firing to form a smooth, glassy surface, classified under HTS 3207.40.5000 as glass in powdered form specifically for the ceramic industry.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3207.10.00Lower: 38.1% vs 41.5%

If containing >=25% lead oxide

High-lead glass frit shifts to specific subheading for leaded preparations in ceramic/glass applications.

3207.20.00Lower: 39.9% vs 41.5%

If sold as vitrifiable enamel or glaze

Ready-to-apply enamel forms are distinguished from raw powdered frit under separate provisions.

2530.90Lower: 10% vs 41.5%

If natural mineral earth pigment without fusing properties

Non-fusible mineral powders for coloring fall under earth colors, not processed glass frit.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify composition meets lead-free standards with lab certificates to comply with FDA and EPA regulations for food-contact ceramics

Include firing temperature specs in documentation to prove ceramic industry use and avoid reclassification as general pigments

Check for heavy metal content declarations to prevent customs holds on environmental grounds

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Fused Silica Flakes for Glass Decoration

Ultra-pure fused silica in flake form used in decorative glass frit for architectural panels and tableware. Provides crystal clarity post-firing, under HTS 3207.40.5000 but noted as specific glass form.

Zirconium-Enhanced Glass Granules for Tableware

Glass granules doped with zirconium oxide for brilliant white glazes on ceramic tableware. Enhances opacity and durability in dinnerware production, HTS 3207.40.5000 as prepared glass for ceramics.