Soda-Lime Glass Microspheres 50-100 Microns from Germany
These solid soda-lime glass microspheres, with diameters between 50 and 100 microns, are used as fillers in paints and additives in cosmetics. They fall under HTS 7018.20.00.00 because they are glass microspheres not exceeding 1 mm in diameter, distinct from imitation jewelry or ornaments.
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 microsphere diameter does not exceed 1 mm via lab certification to avoid reclassification; provide material composition data for customs; watch for contamination that could shift to heading 7003 unworked glass