Fresnel Lens Blanks for Magnifiers

Unfinished Fresnel lens sheets made from molded glass, used as optical elements in magnifiers before final working. HTS 7014.00.20.00 applies to these other optical elements not optically worked, retaining molded shape character. Common in educational and reading aids.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

9001.40.00.00Lower: 19.5% vs 40%

If ground and polished into finished spectacle lenses

Completed optical lenses with working for magnification classify under Chapter 90.

3920.10.00.00Lower: 39.2% vs 40%

If made from polymer sheets instead of glass

Plastic Fresnel lenses fall under Chapter 39 for non-cellular polymers, material-based change.

7013.91.50.00Lower: 23.5% vs 40%

If lead crystal composition over 24% PbO

Lead crystal glassware articles, including optical types, have specific subheadings in 7013.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Prove blanks are not polished; use photos and specs showing rough surfaces

Comply with CPSC standards if for consumer magnifiers

Watch for reclassification if imported with frames as sets

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