Murano-Style Glass Paperweight

A colorful, handcrafted glass dome enclosing air bubbles or figurines, designed to hold down papers on desks. Classified in HTS 7020.00.60.00 as other glass articles, distinct from household glassware (7013) due to its office utility and non-tabletop function. The solid, weighted construction qualifies it outside cast/molded categories.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

7013Lower: 17.2% vs 40%

If considered glassware for indoor table or desk use

Certain decorative glassware for household/table use falls in 7013.39, but paperweights are excluded as functional office items.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 40%

If plastic-coated or with plastic base

Predominant material plastic would classify under Chapter 39 plastics, not glass.

7010.90.50Lower: 35% vs 40%

If made from cast/carved bottles or flasks

Glass from bottles reworked into articles goes to heading 7010.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label clearly as 'decorative paperweight' not 'household article' to avoid 7013 reclassification; include weight specs

Ensure compliance with CPSIA if marketed for home offices with children present, though not a toy

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