Precision Ground Lens Blank for Microscope Objectives

High-precision borosilicate glass blank for microscope objective lenses, pre-cut but not surfaced optically. Fits HTS 7014.00.10.00 for signaling/optical glass elements that are lens blanks excluding spectacles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.1%+35.0%39.1%
🇲🇽Mexico4.1%+10.0%14.1%
🇨🇦Canada4.1%+10.0%14.1%
🇩🇪Germany4.1%+10.0%14.1%
🇯🇵Japan4.1%+10.0%14.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7013.91.50.00Lower: 23.5% vs 39.1%

If made of lead crystal with >=24% PbO

Subheading note specifies lead crystal glass articles classify differently in 7013.

9005.90Lower: 10% vs 39.1%

If imported as parts for complete microscopes

End-use as instrument parts moves to Chapter 90 headings for optical instruments.

3207.30.00.00Lower: 38.1% vs 39.1%

If enameled or stained for decorative optical use

Glass with vitrifiable enamels shifts to prepared pigments chapter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document intended end-use in laboratory microscopes to distinguish from consumer eyewear

Ensure no annealing post-shaping per chapter note (a), or it may still qualify as unworked