Aviator-Style Tinted Glass Lenses from Germany
Gradient-tinted glass spectacle lenses (gray/green 23-43% transmission) shaped for teardrop aviator frames, combining prescription correction with light reduction for pilots. Optically worked from neutral-density tinted glass blanks. HTS 9001.40.00.00 for all glass spectacle lenses including fashion/safety tints.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document visible light transmission (VLT 15-43%) proving not sunglass-exclusive classification
• Include Rx range documentation (-8 to +4 typical for aviators) confirming spectacle function
• Specify gradient density profiles (85% top, 15% bottom) distinguishing from uniform tint lenses