Crystal-Clear Hurricane Candle Holder from Germany
A tall, elegant glass hurricane designed to shield candles, with a flared top and weighted base, measuring 14 inches high and valued at $28. Classified in HTS 7013.99.90.90 as other decorative glassware valued over $5, used for indoor ambiance rather than table service. Its non-lead glass composition and ornamental purpose fit the 'similar purposes' category.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document retail packaging and intended use as decorative to distinguish from lighting fixtures in Chapter 94
• Confirm unit value via sales contracts; bundles may trigger set classification under GRI 3
• Avoid food-safe claims in marketing to prevent shift to kitchenware subheadings