Glass Microspheres for Shot Blasting

Precision glass microspheres ≤1 mm used as abrasive media in shot peening for metal surface finishing. Fits HTS 7018.90.50.00 for glass microspheres not exceeding 1 mm in diameter. Uniform spherical shape ensures consistent blasting impact.

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.

6805.30.10.00Lower: 35% vs 41.6%

If used as natural abrasive grains rather than glass

Non-glass abrasives like garnet classified under Chapter 68.

6902.10Lower: 10% vs 41.6%

If fired into ceramic refractory shapes

Processed into ceramic forms shifts to Chapter 69 refractories.

3824.99.39Lower: 35% vs 41.6%

If chemically treated as prepared polishing powders

Surface-modified glass for polishing becomes chemical preparation.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include material safety data sheets confirming non-hazardous glass beads

Declare grade/size specs to match microsphere subheading

Bulk container requirements for industrial quantities

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