Motorcycle Safety Glasses
Wraparound motorcycle glasses with shatterproof lenses, ventilation ports, and foam padding for high-speed protection. They are classified under this tariff item as protective eyewear for motor vehicle use, excluding vehicle searchlights per chapter notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5% | — | 5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the glasses are designed for hazardous work
Safety goggles and spectacles for hazardous occupations are classified under this item, which may apply to motorcycle glasses used in professional riding.
If the glasses have prescription corrective lenses
Prescription motorcycle glasses are classified under subheading 9004.10.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the lenses meet impact resistance standards (e.g
• ANSI Z87.1 or CSA Z94.3) to support protective eyewear classification
• Describe the ventilation and foam features on the invoice to distinguish from standard sunglasses
• Ensure the product is not classified as a helmet accessory, which may fall under a different heading
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