Borosilicate Glass Rods Unworked
Unworked borosilicate glass rods, seamed tubes or solid rods formed by drawing molten glass and annealed but without further processing. Classified in HTS 7002.20.50.00 as 'other' unworked rods, ideal for applications requiring thermal resistance before fabrication into lab equipment.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If further worked or drawn to precise dimensions
Borosilicate rods that are fire-polished or dimensionally precise are 'other worked rods' in 7002.32.20.00.
If containing ≥24% lead monoxide
Rods qualifying as lead crystal per subheading notes shift to Chapter 70 provisions for lead crystal articles.
If sold as set with panels for construction
If imported as a set with glass panels for building, it may classify as composite panels rather than individual rods.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include chemical composition certificates confirming borosilicate makeup and absence of lead or other modifiers
• Document annealing process only; any additional drawing to gauge or end-finishing moves it to worked category
• Check for unintentional coatings that could trigger classification under headings with absorbent or reflecting layers
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