Rainbow Iridescent Glass Beads from Japan
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.
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
• Document iridescent layer as non-reflecting per chapter note (c) to maintain heading 7018
• Avoid retail packaging that implies finished jewelry to prevent Chapter 71 shift