Borosilicate Glass Balls for Laboratory Use from Germany
Unworked borosilicate glass spheres designed for melting into labware components like stirrers or valves. Classified in 7002.10.20.00 as other unworked glass balls, retaining chapter note character whether or not they have article-like form.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include chemical analysis reports proving borosilicate composition to distinguish from soda-lime and support valuation
• Avoid common error of declaring as 'finished articles' if merely annealed; chapter notes keep them in 7002
• Label shipments clearly as 'unworked balls' to prevent CBP reclassifying as worked glass under 7017 lab glassware