Sunglasses Import Duty Rate
Sunglasses (UV protecting & non-corrective eyewear)
Customs Duty Summary
The HTS code for sunglasses is 9004.10.0000, carrying a standard Column 1 General MFN US import duty rate of 2%. Commercial shipments originating from China are subject to additional USTR Section 301 tariffs (Subject to Section 301 (7.5% - 25% if China origin)), bringing total tariff exposure to approximately 9.5% – 27.0%.
Tariff & Duty Rate Breakdown
Official USITC duty components applicable to HTS 9004.10.0000
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Standard MFN Column 1 Rate
Chapter 90
⚠️ Customs Notice: Illustrative reference — verify exact classification against USITC.gov before filing. Always verify binding rulings and final classification codes with US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) or a licensed customs broker prior to commercial entry filing.
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Eyewear, sunglasses, optical frames, protective medical respirators, and quartz wristwatches.
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Frequently Asked Questions for HTS 9004.10.0000
Official tariff rules, origin differences, and regulatory compliance for importing sunglasses
How much import duty will I pay on HTS Code 9004.10.0000 (Sunglasses)?
The standard US Customs base MFN duty rate for HTS Code 9004.10.0000 is 2.0% calculated on the commercial FOB/dutiable invoice value. For goods originating from China, an additional USTR Section 301 surcharge applies (Subject to Section 301 (7.5% - 25% if China origin)), bringing total tariff exposure to approximately 9.5% – 27.0%. Customs also assesses the mandatory 0.3464% Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) on formal entries.
What is the country-of-origin impact on tariffs for HTS 9004.10.0000?
Your country of origin dictates whether preferential trade agreements or punitive surcharges apply to HTS 9004.10.0000. While non-sanctioned WTO member countries receive the standard Column 1 rate of 2.0%, China origin incurs Section 301 scrutiny (Subject to Section 301 (7.5% - 25% if China origin)), whereas USMCA (Mexico/Canada) or CAFTA-DR origins may qualify for tariff exemptions if qualifying certificates of origin are filed.
Do sunglasses and non-corrective eyewear under HTS 9004.10 require FDA impact-resistance certification?
Yes. Non-corrective sunglasses and optical frames imported under HTS Chapter 90 are considered Class I medical devices by the US FDA. Importers must verify that lenses pass the 21 CFR 801.410 drop-ball impact resistance test and maintain a certificate of compliance readily available for CBP and FDA inspector review.
Can shipments of Sunglasses enter duty-free under Section 321 De Minimis?
Under 19 U.S.C. § 1321 (Section 321), individual commercial shipments imported by one person on one day with a fair retail value of $800 or less historically qualified for duty-free and informal clearance. However, importers should note that active trade enforcement rules and restrictions for goods subject to partner government agency oversight or Section 301 trade remedies may require formal filing regardless of value. Always check with a licensed customs broker before relying on de minimis exemptions.