Mercury Glass Glass Drop Ornament from Japan
Teardrop-shaped ornament with antique mercury glass effect achieved through silvering inside clear glass. Mimics vintage heirloom style for modern trees. HTS 9505.10.10.00 for glass Christmas ornaments.
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
• Disclose silvering process to address heavy metal content regulations
• Avoid 'mercury' term if not actual to prevent hazmat shipping
• Value based on labor-intensive silvering for accurate duties