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Safety Glass Spectacle Lenses ANSI Z87+

Heat-tempered or chemically strengthened glass spectacle lenses that meet ANSI Z87.1+ high impact standards, designed for industrial prescription safety eyewear. These unmounted lenses have a minimum thickness of 2.5mm and are certified to withstand high-velocity impact, making them suitable for workers in hazardous environments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9001.40.90Higher: 2% vs Free

If lenses are not specifically designed for hazardous work or lack safety certification.

General spectacle lenses of glass fall under the 'Other' tariff item when not meeting the hazardous work design criteria.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure lenses are certified to Canadian safety standards (CSA Z94.3) and carry appropriate markings

• Provide documentation of impact resistance testing to CBSA upon request

• Verify the end-use is for hazardous work to justify classification under this tariff item

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