High-Index 1.67 Plastic Spectacle Lenses from Germany
Thin, lightweight high-index (1.67) plastic unmounted lenses for strong prescriptions in eyeglasses. Reduces lens thickness significantly compared to standard indices. Classified in HTS 9001.50.00.00 as other material spectacle lenses.
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
• Refractive index certification required to validate high-index claims and tariff positioning
• Watch for undervaluation audits – high-index lenses command premium values
• Pair with proper prescription labeling to avoid reclassification as non-corrective