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Spectacle Frame Adjustment Pads from Japan

Adhesive-backed foam or silicone pads used by opticians to fine-tune eyeglass frame fit on customers' faces. Sold in professional kits. Classified under HTS 9003.90.00.00 as parts for spectacle mountings.

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

• Include fitting instructions and thickness gradations (0.5mm-2mm) for customs verification

• Package as 'professional optician parts' rather than consumer adhesives

• Comply with FTC guidelines on corrective eyewear adjustment claims