CR-39 Semi-Finished Lens Blanks from Germany
CR-39 resin blanks are pre-formed, curved glass-like lenses for corrective eyewear, awaiting optical working such as grinding to prescription. Classified in HTS 7015.10.00.00 as they are hollowed or curved but not yet optically finished. These allyl diglycol carbonate blanks are standard for everyday prescription glasses.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide FDA registration and listing for optical devices; ensure blanks meet USP Class VI biocompatibility if claimed
• Document refractive index and Abbe value to confirm corrective spectacle use versus decorative applications
• Avoid common pitfalls by declaring exact material composition to prevent misclassification as worked optics