Aviator Style Plastic Sunglass Frame
A classic aviator-style frame made of acetate plastic, designed for sunglasses but imported without lenses. It is a complete frame and mounting for spectacles or goggles, classifiable under tariff item 9003.19.00 as a frame of other materials.
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 imported with tinted lenses installed
Sunglasses with lenses are classified under heading 9004.
If the frame is made of plastics and presented with lenses
Frames with lenses may be classified as spectacles rather than frames alone.
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
• Confirm the frame is lens-free at the time of import to maintain classification under 9003.19.00
• Keep the design specifications to show it is a frame for spectacles or goggles
• If the frame includes metal hinges, ensure they are integral parts, not separate fasteners
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