Acetate Plastic Eyeglass Frame from Japan
A lightweight frame made from cellulose acetate plastic for prescription eyeglasses, featuring hinged temples and adjustable nose pads. It falls under HTS 9003.19.00.00 as a complete frame and mounting of plastic material (other than precious metal or base metal). Designed for holding corrective lenses in everyday vision correction.
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 material composition via lab testing to confirm plastic content exceeds any metal components for proper 9003.19 classification
• Include FDA registration if frames contact the eye area; ensure labeling meets 21 CFR 801 standards for ophthalmic products
• Avoid misclassification as toys (Ch. 95) by documenting adult eyewear intended use