Mineral Glass Watch Lens Blank
A hollowed mineral glass disc, curved for watch faces but without anti-reflective coatings or optical finishing, intended for further processing into timepiece crystals. Classified under HTS 7015.90.20.00 for 'other watch glasses' that are bent or the like, not optically worked. Used by watchmakers for custom dial protection.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| π²π½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π¨π¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π©πͺGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π―π΅Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If optically worked for corrective spectacles
Corrective spectacle glasses, even curved, fall under Chapter 90 if optically processed.
If flat floated glass sheets before any curving
Pre-annealed flat glass without working stays in heading 7005, unaffected by cutting per notes.
If machined with precision tolerances for industrial gauges
Glass for molding boxes or precision instruments may classify under Chapter 84 by function.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Include lab tests confirming no absorbent/reflecting layers per chapter notes; label as 'not optically worked.' Avoid pitfalls by distinguishing from corrective spectacle glass
β’ Use bills of lading specifying watch manufacture end-use
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Synthetic Sapphire Watch Crystal
A curved, non-optically worked synthetic sapphire glass blank designed specifically for watch dials, providing scratch resistance without final polishing. It falls under HTS 7015.90.20.00 as 'other watch glasses' that are bent or hollowed but not optically worked, prior to lens finishing. These are imported as components for luxury watch assembly.
Acrylic Watch Glass Blank
A bent acrylic (PMMA) hollow sphere segment for budget watch crystals, not optically worked, supplied as rough-formed blanks for polishing. HTS 7015.90.20.00 covers 'other watch glasses' including polymer glass equivalents that are curved but unworked. Ideal for entry-level timepieces.
Hollow Glass Sphere for Spectacle Blanks
Precision hollow glass spheres segmented for grinding into noncorrective sunglass or safety spectacle lenses, curved but not optically worked. Falls under HTS 7015.90.20.00 as segments for manufacture of such glasses, retaining chapter 70 status. Used in eyewear production lines.
Curved Safety Goggle Glass Blank
Bent, hollowed glass blanks for noncorrective safety goggles, without optical coatings or working, for industrial eyewear fabrication. HTS 7015.90.20.00 includes such 'similar glasses' curved or the like, not suitable for immediate use. Essential for protective equipment assembly.
Watch Dial Glass Hemisphere
Hollowed glass hemispheres for premium watch dials, curved and segmented but not optically finished, awaiting doming and coating. Under HTS 7015.90.20.00 as 'other watch glasses' for manufacture. Enhances water resistance in mechanical watches.
Noncorrective Sunglass Lens Rough
Curved glass roughs for fashion sunglasses, hollowed spheres segmented without tinting or optical working. HTS 7015.90.20.00 for 'glasses for noncorrective spectacles' in blank form. Processed further for UV protection.