Drilled Borosilicate Laboratory Flask Blanks
Borosilicate glass sheets from heading 7005, drilled with precise holes and edge-worked for forming lab equipment blanks. Classified in 7006.00.4050 as worked but not yet fitted into complete articles.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | 4.9% | +35.0% | 39.9% |
| π²π½Mexico | 4.9% | +10.0% | 14.9% |
| π¨π¦Canada | 4.9% | +10.0% | 14.9% |
| π©πͺGermany | 4.9% | +10.0% | 14.9% |
| π―π΅Japan | 4.9% | +10.0% | 14.9% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sourced from drawn borosilicate sheets before working
Base material in 7002 remains unworked until drilling or edge processes apply heading 7006.
If drilled and formed into complete labware
Finished laboratory glassware articles are classified in 7017, not as mere worked glass.
If porcelain or ceramic imitation used instead
Non-glass lab components fall under Chapter 69, changing material-based classification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Include chemical composition certificates confirming borosilicate from heading 7005 to justify classification
β’ Avoid importing with temporary fittings; even plastic protectors can trigger reclassification out of 7006
β’ Declare intended end-use carefully; lab glass may require additional FDA or safety certifications
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