High-Density Glass Balls for Shot Blasting from Japan
Unworked glass balls serving as preforms for abrasive media in shot peening. Classified 7002.10.20.00 as other balls, unworked status preserved under chapter notes.
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
• Provide density and hardness specs to justify industrial ball classification vs. consumer products
• Ensure no pre-grading by size; uniform sorting could imply working under 7007