Anti-Reflective Coated Glass Lenses
Anti-reflective coated glass spectacle lenses, unmounted and optically worked from high-index glass. The multi-layer coating reduces glare and enhances light transmission, making them suitable for night vision and general eyewear. They are finished lenses, not blanks, and are not designed for hazardous work.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 2% | — | 2% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 2% | — | 2% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 2% | — | 2% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 2% | — | 2% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 2% | — | 2% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the lenses are specifically designed for workers in hazardous environments (e.g., with impact resistance).
This sibling item covers lenses for hazardous work, which may have different duty treatment.
If the lenses are supplied as unfinished blanks (e.g., semi-finished).
Unfinished lenses are classified separately under this item.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure lenses are fully finished (edged and surfaced) to qualify under 9001.40.90, not as unfinished blanks
• Declare the coating type and optical properties accurately on customs documentation
• Verify if any anti-dumping or safeguard measures apply to glass lenses from your country of origin
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