Thin LCD Substrate Glass for TVs from Japan
Surface-polished nonwired float glass with non-reflecting coating, 4.5 mm thick and 0.78 m², for medium-sized TV LCD panels. Classified in HTS 7005.29.14.10 as suitable for LCDs, <5mm thick sheets over 0.65 m² to 0.8 m², not otherwise worked beyond annealing/polishing per chapter notes (a)-(b).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide OEM specs linking glass to LCD production to support classification claims
• Watch for thickness measurement disputes; use calibrated tools and include photos in entries
• Comply with REACH-like regs if layers contain restricted chemicals