Safety Reading Glasses from Japan
Polycarbonate safety glasses with +2.0 diopter magnification lenses and side shields for workplace protection. Falls under HTS 9004.90 as protective eyewear combining safety features with non-prescription magnification, distinct from industrial goggles. ANSI Z87.1 certified for impact resistance.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide ANSI Z87.1 certification documentation for safety glasses clearance
• Label magnification strength clearly to distinguish from prescription eyewear
• Avoid misclassification as lab equipment (7015) by emphasizing personal protective use