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Safety Blue Polycarbonate Safety Goggle Frames

Industrial-grade polycarbonate frames designed specifically for safety goggles used in hazardous work environments. They feature wide temple adjustment and ventilation slots for fog prevention, and are engineered to securely mount protective lenses. These frames fall under tariff item 9003.11.10 because they are made of plastics and are designed for safety goggles for workers in hazardous occupations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

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

Alternative Classifications

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

9003.11.20Higher: 2.5% vs Free

If the frames are not specifically designed for hazardous work safety goggles

This sibling item covers other plastic spectacle frames not meeting the hazardous work safety designation.

9004.90.10Same rate: Free

If imported with protective lenses already installed as a complete safety goggle

Complete safety goggles with lenses are classified under protective eyewear, not just frames.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the frames are clearly marked as safety goggles for hazardous work, as this classification requires that design intent

• Keep documentation from the manufacturer specifying the safety standards met (e.g

• CSA or ANSI) to support the tariff classification

• Verify if the frames require a Canadian Standards Association (CSA) certification for sale in Canada