Molded Glass Paving Blocks from Japan
Interlocking blocks molded from colored glass for pedestrian walkways and garden paths in construction projects. Classified under HTS 7016.90.10.10 due to their pressed or molded form and use as paving articles in building or construction. They offer translucency and weather resistance superior to concrete.
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
• Include load-bearing test certifications to confirm construction-grade quality and prevent reclassification
• Label shipments clearly as 'paving blocks for construction' to align with subheading requirements
• Avoid common pitfalls by ensuring no absorbent or reflecting layers that could invoke special Chapter 70 note treatments