Etched Kitchen Mixing Bowl from Japan
A 1-quart clear glass mixing bowl with etched grip patterns for kitchen use, made from tempered soda-lime glass. Classified in HTS 7013.99.80 due to its kitchen purpose, value $3-$5, and exclusion from drinkware or lead crystal categories. Etching is a decorative working process fitting 'similar purposes' glassware.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare as 'kitchen glassware' with capacity markings; ensure tempering cert if claimed for safety
• Verify no metal coatings that could classify as 'worked' under chapter notes for reflecting layers