Phlogopite Mica Lantern Globes from Japan
Molded phlogopite mica globes for outdoor lanterns, allowing light transmission while resisting weather. These are articles of worked mica under HTS 6814.90.00.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify phlogopite grade for heat/shatter resistance to avoid glass classification
• Import unassembled from lanterns to prevent Chapter 94 furniture/lighting shift
• Test light transmission percentage for transparency claims