HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9003.19 – Frames and mountings; for spectacles, goggles or the like, of materials other than plastics
HS code 9003.19 is the 6-digit subheading for frames and mountings, for spectacles, goggles or the like, of materials other than plastics. It is used for titanium spectacle frames, stainless steel eyewear frames, wooden goggle frames, carbon fiber spectacle frames and monel alloy frames.
What HS 9003.19 covers
This HS code covers frames and mountings for spectacles, goggles, or similar eyewear, made from materials other than plastics. This includes frames crafted from metals (like titanium, stainless steel, or monel), wood, carbon fiber, or composite materials. Importers are eyewear brands, optical retailers, and assembly plants seeking diverse material options for their product lines. Exporters are specialized frame manufacturers, often focusing on premium materials or unique designs. Key trade considerations include the specific material's properties (e.g., hypoallergenic, lightweight, corrosion-resistant), design complexity, manufacturing precision, and adherence to fashion trends and quality standards. These frames cater to consumers seeking durability, specific aesthetics, or advanced material performance, representing a significant segment of the global eyewear market alongside plastic frames.
- Covers
- Titanium spectacle frames
- Stainless steel eyewear frames
- Wooden goggle frames
- Carbon fiber spectacle frames
- Monel alloy frames
- Aluminum frames
- Gold-plated frames
- Horn frames
- Examples
- Lindberg titanium frames
- Ray-Ban Aviator frames (metal)
- Persol metal frames
- Mykita stainless steel frames
- Shwood wooden frames
Codes often confused with 9003.19
Common mistake. This code is often confused with plastic frames (9003.11) or parts of frames (9003.90). The key distinction is that these frames are complete mountings for lenses and are made from any material other than plastic.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 900319, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 900319 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $733M 26% of world exports
- 2 Italy $593M 21% of world exports
- 3 Hong Kong $352M 12% of world exports
World total: $2.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $378M 12% of world imports
- 2 Italy $289M 9.4% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $268M 8.8% of world imports
World total: $3.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 9003.19 2
Brazil splits HS 9003.19 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 9003.19.10 Base metal spectacle framesDe metais comuns, mesmo folheados ou chapeados de metais preciosos (plaquê)
- 9003.19.90 Spectacle frames of other materialsOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 90.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9003.19
What is HS code 900319?
HS code 900319 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Frames and mountings; for spectacles, goggles or the like, of materials other than plastics. This HS code covers frames and mountings for spectacles, goggles, or similar eyewear, made from materials other than plastics. This includes frames crafted from metals (like titanium, stainless steel, or monel), wood, carbon fiber, or composite materials. Importers are eyewear brands, optical retailers, and assembly plants seeking diverse material options for their product lines. Exporters are specialized frame manufacturers, often focusing on premium materials or unique designs. Key trade considerations include the specific material's properties (e.g., hypoallergenic, lightweight, corrosion-resistant), design complexity, manufacturing precision, and adherence to fashion trends and quality standards. These frames cater to consumers seeking durability, specific aesthetics, or advanced material performance, representing a significant segment of the global eyewear market alongside plastic frames.
What products fall under HS code 900319?
Titanium spectacle frames, Stainless steel eyewear frames, Wooden goggle frames, Carbon fiber spectacle frames, Monel alloy frames, Aluminum frames, Gold-plated frames, Horn frames
What are common misclassifications for HS code 900319?
This code is often confused with plastic frames (9003.11) or parts of frames (9003.90). The key distinction is that these frames are complete mountings for lenses and are made from any material other than plastic.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 900319?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 900319 in UN Comtrade data were China ($733M, 26% of world exports), Italy ($593M) and Hong Kong ($352M). World exports came to about $2.8B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 900319?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 900319 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($378M, 12% of world imports), Italy ($289M) and Hong Kong ($268M). World imports came to about $3.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 900319 structured?
HS code 900319 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (90) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 900319?
Brazil splits HS code 900319 into 2 NCM codes: 9003.19.10 (Base metal spectacle frames), 9003.19.90 (Spectacle frames of other materials). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.