Frosted Glass Pendant Light Shade from Japan
A frosted glass shade for pendant lights that diffuses light evenly, commonly used in dining room fixtures for a soft glow. Classified under HTS 9405.91.30.00 as an 'other' glass shade part for luminaires with permanently fixed light sources. It is designed to fit standard ceiling mounts and shield the bulb.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide manufacturer specs confirming compatibility only with lighting fixtures to distinguish from general decorative glass
• Label shipments clearly as 'glass shades for luminaires' and include HTS breakdown to speed customs clearance
• Watch for common pitfalls like undervaluation of artisanal frosted glass, which can trigger audits