Glass Laboratory Vials Stoppers
Solid glass stoppers with ground glass joints for sealing laboratory vials containing chemicals or samples. They are 'other closures of glass' under HTS 7010.20.30.00 for conveyance of goods in scientific packing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5.2% | +37.5% | 42.7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5.2% | +10.0% | 15.2% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 5.2% | +10.0% | 15.2% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If designed specifically for laboratory apparatus
Glassware specialized for lab use like volumetric flasks falls under heading 7017, not general closures.
If imported with pharmaceutical vials as a set
Assembled pharmaceutical containers with closures are classified as complete units.
If ceramic ground-glass joint style
Ceramic lab crucibles and closures go to Chapter 69, excluding pure glass items.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) for chemical resistance verification, crucial for lab import compliance
• Document as 'glass closures for vials' separately from vials to stay in 7010.20, avoiding 7017 lab glassware
• Avoid mislabeling as 'lab equipment' which could trigger 9027 classification for scientific instruments
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