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
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 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