Cut Crystal Vase from China
A handcrafted glass vase featuring intricate cut patterns, designed for indoor decoration and valued over $5 each. It falls under HTS 7013.49.40.00 as cut glassware for table or indoor decoration purposes, excluding drinking glasses or glass-ceramics. The engraving-like cuts enhance its ornamental value without altering its basic glass composition.
Duty Rate — China → United States
24.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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
• Verify the glass is not lead crystal (min 24% PbO) to avoid subheadings 7013.22/7013.33; test for compliance
• Provide detailed invoices showing value over $5 each and proof of cut/engraved processing post-annealing
• Avoid misclassification as unworked glass (7003-7005) by documenting decorative cuts; include photos of engravings