Faceted Glass Beads for Jewelry Making from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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