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Borosilicate Glass Beaker 500ml from Japan

A 500ml capacity laboratory beaker made from borosilicate glass, such as Pyrex, with a low linear coefficient of expansion not exceeding 5 x 10-6 per Kelvin (0-300°C), allowing it to withstand thermal shock. It is graduated for precise volume measurement and used in chemical experiments. Classified under HTS 7017.20.00.00 as laboratory glassware of specialized low-expansion glass.

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

• Verify borosilicate composition and thermal expansion certificate to confirm HTS 7017.20 classification over general glassware

• Include lab calibration certificates and ensure packaging prevents breakage during shipping

• Avoid misclassification as common glass; test coefficient if disputed by customs