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

10%

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

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