9902.14.84 - Mouth-blown decorative figures of birds, of glass, valued over $15.00 each and identifiable by a pontil mark (provided for in subheading 7013.99.90)
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | No change |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | No change |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification, 9902.14.84, pertains to specific decorative glass articles: mouth-blown figures of birds. To qualify for this designation, the items must be crafted from glass, feature a pontil mark as a distinguishing characteristic, and possess an individual value exceeding $15.00 USD. This provision is part of temporary legislation and modifies the standard classification for such goods.
Distinguishing this category from its siblings within Chapter 99 involves understanding its highly specialized nature. While other Chapter 99 provisions might cover temporary modifications or restrictions on various imported goods, this particular code is precisely targeted at high-value, artisanally produced glass bird figurines. Its existence highlights a specific temporary trade policy or modification applied to this niche product category.
As a leaf node within the HTS, HTS 9902.14.84 does not have further subcategories. This means that once a product meets all the criteria outlined in the description – being a mouth-blown glass bird figure, valued over $15.00 each, and bearing a pontil mark – it is definitively classified under this specific code, which is provided for under the broader subheading 7013.99.90 for other ornamental glassware.