Decorative Glass Building Blocks from Japan
Translucent hollow or solid blocks of molded glass used in partition walls and light-diffusing structures for commercial buildings. HTS 7016.90.10.10 applies as bricks and blocks of pressed glass for construction purposes. Their design allows natural light transmission while providing privacy.
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
• Submit engineering drawings proving intended building use to differentiate from ornamental glass articles
• Ensure compliance with ASTM standards for glass blocks in construction to facilitate customs clearance
• Watch for misdeclaration as foam glass, which may fall under multicellular forms in the same heading but different stats