Lead Crystal Butter Dish from China
Luxurious covered butter dish made of lead crystal exceeding 24% lead monoxide, for table presentation of butter. HTS 7013.41.50.00 applies to this kitchen/table purpose glassware valued over $5 each. The domed lid prevents contamination while adding elegance.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Test for lead release if food-contact claimed; ensure compliance with safety regs
• Declare as individual pieces, not sets, unless packaged as such for retail
• Use HTSUS valuation rules for related-party transactions to support pricing