Tempered Automotive Windshield Glass from Japan
Toughened safety glass pre-cut to the exact dimensions for passenger car windshields, designed for direct incorporation into vehicle assembly lines. It meets stringent safety standards for impact resistance and shatter-proofing. Classified under 7007.11.00 due to its tempered construction and vehicle-specific size and shape.
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
• Obtain DOT (Department of Transportation) certification and FMVSS 205 compliance documentation for all automotive safety glass
• Verify exact vehicle model specifications to ensure size and shape match; mismatches lead to reclassification or rejection
• Include mill test certificates proving tempered glass properties to prevent disputes over 'safety glass' status