Rejected Ray-Ban Wayfarer Sunglasses Lot from Japan
Ray-Ban RB2140 Wayfarer sunglasses imported, exported for optical testing, rejected for UV protection below ANSI specs. Returned in original cases within 19 months. Direct 9801.00.25.00 application for duty refund.
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
• Independent lab UV transmittance test results vs ANSI Z80.3 specs mandatory
• Maintain original box/case serial matching from import to reimport