Borosilicate Glass Spheres 2mm Diameter

High-temperature resistant borosilicate glass balls of 2 mm diameter, unworked, for laboratory and medical applications. Fits HTS 7002.10.10.00 for glass balls ≤6 mm without working processes like cutting or coatings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.9%+35.0%38.9%
🇲🇽Mexico3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇨🇦Canada3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇩🇪Germany3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇯🇵Japan3.9%+10.0%13.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

7017.10.30Lower: 35% vs 38.9%

If drawn and formed into laboratory spheres

Drawn glass labware in 7017 applies post-working, unlike unworked balls.

7002.20.10Lower: 35% vs 38.9%

If in rod form under 5 mm diameter

Unworked rods under 5 mm classify separately from balls in 7002.20.

6909.11Lower: 14.5% vs 38.9%

If sintered into ceramic articles

Glass frit sintered into crucibles shifts to porcelain/ceramic classifications.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain FDA registration if for medical end-use, though classification remains unworked glass

Use precise measurement certificates; tolerances over 6 mm trigger higher subheadings

Document lack of lead content if marketed as crystal, avoiding 7013 confusion

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