Decorative Glass Building Blocks from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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