High-Index Glass Lens Blanks from Germany
High-index glass lens blanks are thin, lightweight glass blanks with a high refractive index (1.60-1.74), molded for progressive or bifocal corrective lenses. They are curved and hollowed but not optically worked, as they require surfacing. These blanks fall under tariff item 7015.10.00 as glasses for corrective spectacles.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
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Import Tips
• Document the refractive index and unworked state of the blanks to ensure classification under this item
• Be prepared to explain the molding process to the CBSA
• Verify that the blanks are not optically worked, such as by grinding or polishing