Optical Quality Flint Glass Rods Unworked from Japan

Unworked flint glass rods with high refractive index for optical applications, drawn and annealed without grinding or polishing. Classified under HTS 7002.20.50.00 as other unworked glass rods, serving as stock for lenses or prisms.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

16%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Optical specs sheets confirming refractive index but unworked status prevent labware misclassification

Ensure no pre-applied coatings; reflecting layers per chapter notes could shift classification

Volume measurements at entry to distinguish from balls or microspheres in other headings