Etched White Wine Glasses from Japan
Sophisticated stemware for white wine with intricate etched patterns on the bowl, crafted from clear pressed glass priced $4 each. Classified in HTS 7013.28.50.90 as other stemware over $3 but not over $5, for table use, excluding glass-ceramics or lead crystal. The etching adds decorative appeal without altering the basic glass composition.
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
• Document decorative etching as non-functional to prevent reclassification as 'worked' glass under different headings
• Ensure country-of-origin marking on each glass; pitfalls include bulk packaging mislabeled as sets
• Use commercial invoices with per-unit pricing; FDA prior notice may apply if marketed for food contact