Lead-Free Glass Balls for Decorative Molding from Japan
Unworked clear glass balls for hot molding into ornamental beads or sculptures. Falls under 7002.10.20.00 as other unworked balls, distinct from lead crystal requiring 24% PbO.
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
• Test and certify PbO content <24% to avoid subheading 7013 lead crystal misclassification
• Use invoices specifying 'unworked, annealed only' to align with chapter note exclusions