Hand-Engraved Whiskey Glass Set from Japan
A pair of tumbler glasses for whiskey, each hand-engraved with monograms, valued over $5 individually. It qualifies for HTS 7013.99.70.00 as engraved table glassware not specifically for drinking (stemware) and excluding lead crystal composition.
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
• Classify by individual unit value, not set price, and provide engraving authentication; ensure no metallic coatings that could invoke special layer notes
• Common pitfall: mislabeling as drinkware leading to 7013.28 reclassification