Custom Optical Glass Strips
Custom optical glass strips made from crown glass of heading 70.05, with edges ground and polished to precise dimensions for use as lens blanks. The edge-working qualifies as 'otherwise worked' under heading 70.06, and the strips are not framed or fitted with other materials.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the strips are optically worked elements for lenses
Optically worked glass elements for optical use fall under Chapter 90.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the strips are not framed or fitted with other materials, as that would change classification
• Provide detailed specifications (width, thickness, edge treatment) to the CBSA to support the tariff classification
• Verify the glass is from heading 70.03, 70.04, or 70.05
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