Synthetic Sapphire Lens Blank Alternative Glass

Sapphire (Al2O3) blank used where glass insufficient, classified as optical glass equivalent in 7014.00.10.00 for tariff purposes.

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.

7104.21.00.00Lower: 20.5% vs 39.1%

If as synthetic gemstone material

Precious stones heading if not glass-equivalent.

9013.90Lower: 14.5% vs 39.1%

If laser/measurement parts

Instruments parts supersede.

6903.90.00Lower: 35% vs 39.1%

If refractory ceramic

High-temp ceramics in 6903.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm glass-like classification via ruling; otherwise 7104 gems

Hardness testing optional

Military optics restrictions