Heading 9003

HTS code 9003 — Frames and mountings for spectacles, goggles or the like, and parts thereof

Chapter
90 — Optical and medical instruments
Tariff lines
3
General duty
General duty rate of 2.5%, with 1 duty-free line

Tariff lines under heading 9003

Full 10-digit codes with their general (MFN) duty rates. The correct line depends on the product's material, construction, and use.

HTS codeDescriptionGeneral rateUnit
9003.11.0000Of plastics (Frames and mountings for spectacles, goggles or the like, and parts thereof > Frames and mountings)2.5%doz.
9003.19.0000Of other materials (Frames and mountings for spectacles, goggles or the like, and parts thereof > Frames and mountings)Freedoz.
9003.90.0000Parts (Frames and mountings for spectacles, goggles or the like, and parts thereof)2.5%No.

Documents required to import under 9003

Customs paperwork typically required to import these goods into the United States. Conditional items depend on shipment value, transport mode, or origin.

  • Commercial InvoiceRequired
  • Packing ListRequired
  • Bill of Lading / Airway BillRequired
  • CBP Entry Summary (7501)Required

    Prepared and filed by your customs broker

  • CBP Entry / Release (3461)Required

    Prepared and filed by your customs broker

  • Customs Bond (CBP 301)Conditional

    Required for formal entries — generally shipments valued over $2,500

    Single-entry or continuous bond, obtained through your broker or a surety

  • Importer Security Filing (ISF "10+2")Conditional

    Required for ocean freight only

    Filed electronically at least 24 hours before loading at the foreign port

  • Importer ID Input Record (CBP 5106)Conditional

    Required to establish or update your importer-of-record number with CBP

    One-time setup for a new importer; not filed per shipment

  • Entry Manifest (CBP 7533)Conditional

    Alternative to the 3461 for informal, low-value, or contiguous-country entries

Common questions

What is HTS code 9003?
HTS heading 9003 covers frames and mountings for spectacles, goggles or the like, and parts thereof. It sits in Chapter 90 (optical and medical instruments) of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule and contains 3 tariff lines.
What is the duty rate for HTS 9003?
General duty rate of 2.5%, with 1 duty-free line. The general rate applies to most-favoured-nation trading partners; goods from countries with a free trade agreement may qualify for a reduced or duty-free special rate.
How many digits does a full HTS code have?
US import entries require the full 10-digit HTS code. Heading 9003 is the first four digits — the remaining six narrow it down to the specific product, which is what determines the duty rate you actually pay.

Related headings in Chapter 90