Pressed Glass Construction Bricks from Germany
These are solid bricks made from pressed or molded glass, designed for use in non-load-bearing walls and decorative facades in building construction. They fall under HTS 7016.90.10.10 as paving blocks, slabs, bricks, or other articles of pressed or molded glass for construction purposes. The uniform shape and durability make them ideal for modern architectural designs.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify that the glass meets pressed or molded criteria per Chapter 70 notes to avoid misclassification as cast glass
• Provide architectural specification documents showing construction use to support duty-free or preferential treatment claims
• Check for wired glass variants, as wiring may require separate statistical reporting under related subheadings