Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

The HS Code 70052918: Float Glass and Surface Ground or Polished Glass

The HS Code 70052918 refers to float glass and surface ground or polished glass that is non-wired, in sheets, less than 10 mm thick, with an area over 0.65 square meters, and not intended for LCDs. This article will provide extensive information about this specific HS code, including its product description, duty rates, quantity unit, and special tariff preference programs.

Product Description

HS Code 70052918 encompasses float glass and surface ground or polished glass. Float glass is a type of glass that is produced by floating molten glass on a bed of molten tin, resulting in a smooth and flat surface. The glass is then surface ground or polished to further enhance its quality. This particular HS code specifies that the glass sheets must be non-wired, with a thickness of less than 10 mm and an area over 0.65 square meters. It is important to note that this type of glass is not suitable for use in LCDs (Liquid Crystal Displays).

Duty Rates

The bound / MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for HS Code 70052918 is 14.5 cents per square meter. The MFN principle states that every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it must do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. This means that the duty rate remains consistent regardless of the country of origin.

Quantity Unit

The quantity unit for HS Code 70052918 is square meters (M2). This specifies the unit of measurement used for calculating the quantity of float glass or surface ground or polished glass imported or exported under this HS code.

Special Tariff Preference Programs

HS Code 70052918 is eligible for various special tariff preference programs, which provide specific rates or exemptions from duty. The following programs apply to this HS code:

• Free: Imports from least-developed beneficiary developing countries eligible for Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) under that subheading receive duty-free treatment.
• Australia Special Rate: Automotive Products Trade Act (APTA) provides duty-free treatment for imports from Australia.
• Bahrain Special Rate: Duty-free treatment is applicable for imports from Bahrain.
• NAFTA for Canada: Imports from Canada receive duty-free treatment under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
• Chile Special Rate: Duty-free treatment is provided for imports from Chile.
• Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA): Imports from eligible countries under AGOA receive duty-free treatment.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): Imports from eligible countries under CBI receive duty-free treatment.
• Israel Special Rate: Duty-free treatment is applicable for imports from Israel.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA): Duty-free treatment is provided for imports from countries eligible under ATPA.
• Jordan Special Rate: Duty-free treatment is applicable for imports from Jordan.
• Morocco Special Rate: Duty-free treatment is provided for imports from Morocco.
• NAFTA for Mexico: Imports from Mexico receive duty-free treatment under NAFTA.
• Oman Special Rate: Duty-free treatment is applicable for imports from Oman.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): Duty-free treatment is provided for imports from eligible countries under DR-CAFTA.
• Peru Special Rate: Duty-free treatment is applicable for imports from Peru.
• Singapore Special Rate: Imports from Singapore receive a rate of 1.8 cents per square meter.

It is important for importers and exporters to familiarize themselves with these special tariff preference programs to take advantage of any applicable duty-free treatments or reduced rates.

HS Code 70052918 is used for float glass and surface ground or polished glass. It has specific requirements regarding thickness, area, and suitability for LCDs. The duty rate for this HS code is 14.5 cents per square meter. Additionally, there are several special tariff preference programs that provide duty-free treatment or reduced rates for imports under this HS code. Importers and exporters should carefully consider these programs to optimize their trade activities.