Anti-Glare Etched Glass with Absorbing Layer from Japan
Pattern-etched glass from 7004 base, engraved for diffusion and coated with infrared-absorbing layer to cut glare. The chemical compound layer absorbs light per chapter definition, worked post-annealing. Used in display cases and museum exhibits.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit coating composition analysis (e.g
• metal oxide specs) to confirm 'absorbent layer' per chapter note
• Ensure invoices specify 'engraved/etched' working and base from 7003-7005
• Avoid misdeclaration as labware (7017)—emphasize architectural/display use