Seeded Murano Glass Tumbler from Japan
A drinking tumbler colored prior to solidification with random seeds (unmelted glass particles) distributed throughout, giving a textured, artisanal appearance typical of Murano style. For table use, it falls under HTS 7013.99.1000 for its characteristic seed inclusions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
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
Import Tips
• Provide furnace process descriptions confirming seeds introduced in molten batch before forming
• Test for food safety compliance as tableware; ensure no leaching from inclusions
• Differentiate from machine-made glass with intentional defects via artisan certification