Polaroid Polarizing Sheets for Photography from Japan
Large format polarizing sheets used by photographers to reduce glare and reflections when shooting through windows or over water surfaces. These plates can be cut to size and placed in front of lenses or lights. Falls under HTS 9001.20.00.00 as unmounted polarizing material sheets for optical applications.
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 polarization axis direction markings and test certificates demonstrating >95% polarization ratio
• Declare as 'optical polarizing sheets' on commercial invoice, not generic 'plastic sheets' to prevent Chapter 39 misclassification
• For large format sheets, ensure packaging prevents scratching of optical surfaces during transit