Glass Beads for Sandblasting Media from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Mesh size documentation essential for diameter verification
• Dust-free grade specifications prevent contamination claims
• Respiratory hazard warnings required for labels