Glass Segments for Eyewear Prototyping
Glass segments for eyewear prototyping are hollowed glass segments from spheres for prototyping corrective spectacles, unworked optically. They are used in research and development of new eyewear designs. This tariff item includes hollow glass spheres and their segments for the manufacture of glasses for corrective spectacles.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the segments are for corrective spectacles
This subheading specifically covers glasses for corrective spectacles.
If the segments are finished and used for decorative purposes
Finished glassware may fall under this subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document that the segments are for prototyping corrective spectacles and are not optically worked
• If importing for R&D, consider end-use relief programs
• Provide CBSA with technical drawings showing the unfinished state
Related Products under Tariff item 7015.90.00
Acrylic Watch Glass Blank
> A bent acrylic (PMMA) hollow sphere segment for budget watch crystals, supplied as rough-formed blanks for polishing. The material is not optically worked and is intended for watch glass manufacturing. It falls under tariff item 7015.90.00 as a watch glass blank.
Bent Glass for Corrective Lens Blanks
> Hollowed, bent glass forms for prescription corrective spectacle lenses, in a pre-ground state without optical surfacing. These are not optically worked and are intended for further processing into corrective lenses. They fall under tariff item 7015.90.00 as glasses for corrective spectacles.
Bent Magnifier Glass Blanks
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Bent Reading Glass Blanks
Bent reading glass blanks are curved glass blanks for noncorrective reading magnifiers, hollowed but not optically worked. They are suitable for simple vision aids and are imported in an unfinished state for further processing. This tariff item covers glasses for non-corrective spectacles that are curved, bent, hollowed, or the like, not optically worked.
Curved Noncorrective Sunglass Blanks
Curved noncorrective sunglass blanks are bent glass for noncorrective sunglass lenses, not optically worked, providing basic UV protection shaping. They are imported as roughs for further processing into finished sunglass lenses. This tariff item covers glasses for non-corrective spectacles that are curved, bent, hollowed, or the like, not optically worked.
Curved Safety Goggle Blanks
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