Hypoallergenic Silicone Eyeglass Frame

Medical-grade silicone frame for sensitive skin prescription glasses, fully flexible without metal parts. Classified HTS 9003.19.00.00 as plastic spectacle mounting. Dermatologist-recommended for nickel allergies.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9021.31.00Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If for orthopedic vision correction

Corrective hypoallergenic frames qualify as orthopedic appliances.

4008.11.50Higher: 38.3% vs 17.5%

If vulcanized silicone rubber formulation

True rubber silicone classifies in Chapter 40, not plastics.

9018.90.75Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If surgical/protective medical eyewear frames

Medical instrument frames go to 9018 if for procedures.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide biocompatibility test results (ISO 10993) for medical claims

• FDA 510(k) if positioned as Class I medical device

• Confirm silicone vs. rubber via FTIR analysis for classification

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