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

20%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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

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