Neon Sign Glass Tube

Soda-lime glass tubing bent to shape for neon/gas discharge signage lamps. Classified in HTS 7011.90.00.00 as open glass envelopes for electric light sources without fittings. Cutting and bending don't affect classification per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.6%+35.0%41.6%
🇲🇽Mexico6.6%+10.0%16.6%
🇨🇦Canada6.6%+10.0%16.6%
🇩🇪Germany6.6%+10.0%16.6%
🇯🇵Japan6.6%+10.0%16.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7013.91.50.00Lower: 23.5% vs 41.6%

If made of lead crystal glass

Gas lamp envelopes meeting 24% PbO minimum classify as lead crystal in heading 7013.

9405.42.60.00Lower: 41% vs 41.6%

If when imported as part of complete lighted sign assembly

Glass tubes assembled with fittings into functional signs go to lighting fixture chapter.

7005.29.08Lower: 35% vs 41.6%

If surface ground or polished beyond simple bending

Excessive surface working moves float glass products out of envelope headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide bending diagrams showing open ends for gas filling, confirming envelope status

• Avoid combining with electrodes which would classify as complete discharge lamps

• Document glass composition to distinguish from lead crystal requirements

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