Scratch-Resistant Glass Spectacle Lenses from China
Standard crown glass spectacle lenses treated with hard carbon or diamond-like coatings for enhanced scratch resistance in daily wear prescription eyeglasses. These unmounted lenses maintain optical clarity while extending lens life. HTS 9001.40.00.00 encompasses all surface-treated glass spectacle lenses.
Duty Rate — China → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide Bayer abrasion ratio test results (>4.0 for glass) proving durable coating on glass substrate
• Declare coating thickness (<5 microns typical) to confirm not substantial material addition changing composition
• Avoid 'safety glass' terminology that might trigger laminated glass classification under Chapter 70