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Fused Silica Plano-Convex Lens from Japan

A high-precision plano-convex lens made from fused silica, used in laser systems and optical instruments for focusing light. It falls under HTS 9001.90.90.00 as an unmounted optical element of a material other than unworked glass, designed for precise beam manipulation. The lens is supplied individually without mounting for integration into various optical assemblies.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify optical material specifications and provide test certificates confirming fused silica composition to avoid misclassification as glass elements

• Ensure documentation includes proof of unmounted status; mounted lenses may shift to Chapter 90 optical instruments

• Check for anti-dumping duties on certain silica products and maintain supply chain records for origin verification

Fused Silica Plano-Convex Lens from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9001.90.90.00