Gaming VR Goggle Frame
An ergonomic polycarbonate frame designed to hold VR headset goggles, adjustable for extended wear and marketed as an eyewear mounting. It falls under tariff item 9003.19.00 as a frame or mounting for goggles of other materials, provided it is not excluded by Chapter 90 Note 1 (e.g., not a part of a machine or apparatus of Section XVI).
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 (e.g., polycarbonate) and not other materials
The subheading 9003.11 covers frames of plastics, which may apply if the material is specifically classified as plastic rather than 'other materials'.
If the frame is an integral part of a VR headset with communication functions
VR headsets with telecommunications features may be classified under Chapter 85, excluding the frame from Chapter 90.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the frame is presented as a separate eyewear mounting, not as an integral part of a VR headset (which may fall under Chapter 85)
• Verify with CBSA that the polycarbonate material is not considered a 'part of general use' under Section XV
• Keep documentation showing its design for goggles to support classification
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