Glass Beads for Sandblasting Media

Fine glass beads/microspheres ≤1 mm serving as gentle abrasive in precision sandblasting operations. Covered by HTS 7018.90.50.00 for glass microspheres. Soda-lime glass composition provides controlled surface etching.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.6%+35.0%41.6%
🇲🇽Mexico6.6%+10.0%16.6%
🇨🇦Canada6.6%+10.0%16.6%
🇩🇪Germany6.6%+10.0%16.6%
🇯🇵Japan6.6%+10.0%16.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6808.00.00.00Lower: 35% vs 41.6%

If gold or silver coated for decorative blasting

Metal-coated glass abrasives under Chapter 68.

2811.22Lower: 10% vs 41.6%

If silica-based rather than glass microspheres

Pure silicon dioxide falls under Chapter 28 chemicals.

8424.30.90.00Lower: 35% vs 41.6%

If imported as parts of steam cleaning machines

Media supplied with machinery classified as machine parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Mesh size documentation essential for diameter verification

Dust-free grade specifications prevent contamination claims

Respiratory hazard warnings required for labels

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