Acetate Plastic Eyeglass Frame
A lightweight eyeglass frame made from cellulose acetate plastic, including hinged temples and adjustable nose pads. It is a complete frame and mounting for spectacles, classifiable under tariff item 9003.19.00 as a frame of other materials (plastics).
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the frame is made of plastics but presented with lenses
Frames with lenses may be classified as spectacles rather than frames alone.
If the frame is imported as part of finished sunglasses or corrective spectacles
Complete spectacles or goggles are classified under heading 9004.
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 the frame is declared as a complete frame and mounting, not parts, to avoid reclassification
• Keep supplier documentation showing the material composition (cellulose acetate) for CBSA verification
• Check if the frame includes lenses, as that may change the tariff classification
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