3D Printed Eyeglass Prototype Frames from China
Custom 3D printed plastic parts used by designers to prototype new eyeglass frame shapes before mass production tooling. Made from SLA or FDM resins. HTS 9003.90.00.00 for developmental spectacle parts.
Duty Rate — China → United States
22.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Include design iteration numbers and 'prototype only' markings on invoices
• Declare low quantities (<100 units) supporting R&D purpose
• Provide STL files or CAD data confirming eyewear geometry