Welding Helmet Face Shield from China
Polycarbonate face shield attachment for welding helmets providing impact and spark protection with flip-up mechanism. Classified HTS 9004.90.00 as other protective eyewear components integral to safety helmets. Designed specifically for welding arc flash protection.
Duty Rate — China → United States
22.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide AWS/ANSI welding shield certifications and shade level specifications
• Declare as 'protective eyewear accessory' not helmet to avoid Chapter 65 headgear
• Test for polycarbonate compliance with UV degradation standards