Segmented Hollow Sphere for Watch Prototyping from Japan
Precision-cut hollow glass sphere segments for prototype watch crystals, bent and rough-formed only. Classed in HTS 7015.90.20.00 as manufacture intermediates for such glasses. Used in R&D for new timepiece designs.
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
• Invoice as 'prototyping blanks'; small qty flags ok
• Avoid prototype misclass as samples
• Cert no coatings