Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 70134240 - Glassware for Table or Kitchen Purposes

Glassware for table or kitchen purposes, classified under HS code 70134240, refers to glass items that are used in dining or cooking areas. This category excludes drinking glasses and includes products with a low coefficient of heat expansion. The glassware in this HS code is valued at over $5 each.

Bound / MFN Duty Rate

The bound / MFN duty rate for glassware under HS code 70134240 is 7.2%. This means that every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it has to do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners.

Quantity Unit

The quantity unit for glassware under this HS code is measured in numbers (NO).

Special Tariff Preference Programs

Glassware for table or kitchen purposes under HS code 70134240 is eligible for various special tariff preference programs. These programs provide different tariff rates or duty-free treatment for imports from specific countries. The following are the special tariff preference programs applicable to glassware under this HS code:

• Free: Imports from least-developed beneficiary developing countries eligible for GSP under that subheading receive duty-free treatment.
• Australia Special Rate: Glassware imported from Australia enjoys a special rate.
• Bahrain Special Rate: Glassware imported from Bahrain enjoys a special rate.
• NAFTA for Canada: Glassware imported from Canada under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) receives duty-free treatment.
• Chile Special Rate: Glassware imported from Chile enjoys a special rate.
• Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA): Glassware imported from countries eligible for AGOA receives duty-free treatment.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): Glassware imported from countries eligible for the CBI receives duty-free treatment.
• Israel Special Rate: Glassware imported from Israel enjoys a special rate.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA): Glassware imported from countries eligible for ATPA receives duty-free treatment.
• Jordan Special Rate: Glassware imported from Jordan enjoys a special rate.
• Morocco Special Rate: Glassware imported from Morocco enjoys a special rate.
• NAFTA for Mexico: Glassware imported from Mexico under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) receives duty-free treatment.
• Oman Special Rate: Glassware imported from Oman enjoys a special rate.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): Glassware imported from countries eligible for the DR-CAFTA receives a special rate.
• Peru Special Rate: Glassware imported from Peru enjoys a special rate.
• Singapore Special Rate: Glassware imported from Singapore enjoys a special rate.

Importing US States and Exporting US States

The importing US states and exporting US states for glassware under HS code 70134240 vary based on trade routes and demand. Some of the common importing and exporting states for glassware include California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida. However, it is important to note that the import and export destinations can change depending on market trends, trade agreements, and other factors.

Overall, glassware for table or kitchen purposes under HS code 70134240 plays an essential role in dining and cooking areas. Its low coefficient of heat expansion and various special tariff preference programs make it an attractive product for both domestic and international trade.