Opacifying Glass Powder for Porcelain Enamels from Japan
Specialized glass powder that creates opacity in porcelain enamel coatings for appliances and sanitary ware. Disperses evenly during high-temperature firing, classified under HTS 3207.40.5000 for enamelling industry.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit opacity index and refractive data proving enamelling function per chapter notes
• Ensure no dispersion in paint media to avoid Chapter 32 exclusions for paint preparations
• Declare for metal substrate enamelling if applicable, distinguishing from glass enamels