Synthetic Sapphire Lens Blank Alternative Glass
A synthetic sapphire (aluminium oxide) lens blank used as a durable alternative to glass in optical applications. It is classified under this tariff item because it is an optical element of glass (fused silica and similar materials are included per Chapter 70 Note 5) that has not been optically worked.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the blank is for eyeglasses or spectacles
Heading 7015 covers optical elements for vision correction, which are excluded from 7014.
If the blank is fully finished and ready for use in an optical instrument
Finished optical elements of Chapter 90 are excluded from Chapter 70.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the sapphire blank is not optically worked (no grinding or polishing) to qualify for this tariff item
• Keep supplier documentation describing the material and processing stage for CBSA verification
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