Stage Lighting Glass Gobos

Patterned glass tube sections used as envelopes in custom stage lighting effects lamps. Open design without fittings for electric light sources under HTS 7011.90.00.00. Patterns created by batch coloring, not surface working.

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.

7016.90Lower: 15% vs 41.6%

If with surface applied patterned coatings

Surface decorations create 'other worked glass articles' classification.

9405.42.84Lower: 38.9% vs 41.6%

If assembled into complete stage lighting fixtures

Gobos in functional lighting instruments become fixture parts.

7013.41.20.00Lower: 31.5% vs 41.6%

If table/kitchen decorative glass of lead crystal

Similar patterned glass for table use qualifies as lead crystal tableware.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide pattern transmission artwork confirming theatrical lighting application

• Certify patterns integral to glass matrix, not surface applied films

• Avoid importing with metal frames which change to lighting fixture parts

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