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

12%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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

Aviator-Style Tinted Glass Lenses from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9001.40.00.00