Glass Block Cutting Band Saw from Japan
Vertical band saw machine for cold working glass blocks, producing decorative and structural glass elements. HTS 8464.10.01.00 covers sawing machines for cold working glass as a mineral material. Adjustable speed and tension for various glass thicknesses.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide safety data sheets for coolant fluids used in glass sawing
• Confirm machine does not perform hot glass working (Chapter 84 exclusion)
• Declare glass-specific blade materials to support classification