Lead Crystal Butter Dish from Japan
Compact lead crystal dish (24%+ PbO) for serving butter at the table or storing in the kitchen fridge. Mass-produced for economy at under $1 per unit. HTS 7013.41.10.00 covers this as low-value lead crystal kitchen/table glassware excluding drinking glasses.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label products clearly as lead crystal only if tested; false claims lead to fines and reclassification
• Use commercial invoices showing per-unit value < $1; photograph packing for proof
• Check for pre-annealing processes per chapter note that don't affect 'worked' status