Polarization Glass Spectacle Lenses from Japan
Glass spectacle lenses embedded with polarizing film between crown glass wafers to reduce glare for fishing, driving, or golf applications while maintaining prescription correction. Unmounted and precisely surfaced for frame mounting. Falls under HTS 9001.40.00.00 as corrective spectacle lenses of glass, not polarizing sheets.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Test and document polarization axis orientation (typically 106-112° horizontal) for authenticity
• Ensure visible light transmission 15-40% for prescription use, avoiding sunglass-only classification
• Package with test cards showing glare reduction to support corrective spectacle function