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Circular Polarizing Sheets for sunglasses Lenses from Japan

Sheets of circular polarizing material used in manufacturing polarized sunglasses to eliminate glare from horizontal surfaces like water and roads. These are supplied in large rolls or sheets for lens manufacturers to cut and laminate. Classified as polarizing material sheets under HTS 9001.20.00.00.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide circular dichroism test results confirming left/right hand circular polarization functionality

• Include roll width, thickness (typically 0.2mm), and protective film specifications in import declarations

• Maintain temperature/humidity controlled shipping to preserve optical properties during ocean transit