Polymer Achromatic Lens Assembly from China
A mounted doublet lens made of optical polymers that corrects chromatic aberration, used in digital projectors and camera modules. Classified under HTS 9002.90.95.00 as a mounted plastic optical element for imaging instruments. Its polymer construction and mounting distinguish it from glass lenses.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 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(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide material analysis certificates confirming polymer composition vs. glass to avoid reclassification
• Document end-use in consumer electronics to support instrument parts status over general components
• Check for anti-dumping duties on Asian polymer optics sources