Etched Cocktail Glass from Japan
Elegant 6-ounce cocktail glass with etched swirl patterns, valued at $4.20. Falls under HTS 7013.37.30.00 for cut or engraved drinking glasses used for table or similar purposes, within the $3-$5 value range. Designed for beverage service, not office or decor primarily.
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
• Declare engravings explicitly; superficial prints don't qualify as 'cut or engraved'
• Monitor currency fluctuations affecting declared value to prevent bracket shifts
• Pair with matching sets carefully to avoid set classification pitfalls