Faceted Glass Beads for Jewelry Making
Small, faceted glass beads typically 4-8mm in diameter, used for crafting necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. They are classified under HTS 7018.10.50.00 as 'other' glass beads and similar smallwares, distinct from imitation jewelry articles.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not exceeding 1 mm in diameter
Microspheres or very small beads under 1 mm fall into the prior subheading for microspheres.
If assembled into imitation jewelry strands
Strands or finished necklace components are classified as imitation jewelry, not loose smallwares.
If in fibrous or filament form resembling glass wool
Glass fibers meeting wool specifications shift to heading 7019 per chapter notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify bead diameter and material composition to confirm classification as glass smallwares, not finished jewelry
• Provide detailed invoices specifying use (e.g
• craft supplies) to avoid reclassification as imitation jewelry
Related Products under HTS 7018.10.50.00
Pressed Glass Melon Beads
Molded pressed glass beads with faceted melon or pineapple texture. HTS 7018.10.50.00 other glass smallwares.
Opaque Matte Glass Seed Beads
Tiny matte-finish glass seed beads, 2-3mm size, ideal for embroidery, beading, and decorative crafts. Falls under HTS 7018.10.50.00 as other glass beads not specified elsewhere in the heading.
Rainbow Iridescent Glass Beads
Color-shifting iridescent glass beads with thin-film coatings for decorative effect, used in arts and crafts. Classified in HTS 7018.10.50.00 as other glass smallwares under the glass beads category.
Glass Imitation Coral Beads
Handcrafted glass beads mimicking natural coral shapes and colors for jewelry components. HTS 7018.10.50.00 covers these as similar glass smallwares other than imitation semiprecious stones.
Lamp-Worked Glass Flower Beads
Delicate flower-shaped beads created via lamp-working technique, for artisanal jewelry. Though heading mentions lamp-worked ornaments separately, these smallwares fit 'other' glass beads in 7018.10.50.00.
Translucent Glass Spacer Beads
Small cylindrical or round translucent glass spacers, 3-5mm, used between larger beads in designs. HTS 7018.10.50.00 as other glass smallwares similar to beads.