HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9003.90 – Frames and mountings; parts for spectacles, goggles or the like
HS code 9003.90 is the 6-digit subheading for frames and mountings, parts for spectacles, goggles or the like. It is used for spectacle temples, eyewear hinges, nose pads, frame screws and rim wires.
What HS 9003.90 covers
This HS code encompasses parts for frames and mountings of spectacles, goggles, or similar eyewear. This includes components like temples (arms), hinges, nose pads, screws, and rims, which are used in the assembly, repair, or customization of eyewear frames. Importers are typically eyewear manufacturers for their assembly lines, optical laboratories for repairs, and sometimes retailers offering customization services. Exporters are specialized component manufacturers, often supplying to larger frame assembly operations. Key trade considerations include material compatibility with existing frames, precision engineering for proper fit, durability, and compliance with industry standards. The global trade in these parts supports the manufacturing and maintenance ecosystem of the eyewear industry, ensuring the availability of components for both mass production and aftermarket services.
- Covers
- Spectacle temples
- Eyewear hinges
- Nose pads
- Frame screws
- Rim wires
- End pieces
- Temple tips
- Bridge pieces
- Examples
- Essilor frame hinges
- Hoya nose pads
- Luxottica temple arms
- Safilo frame screws
- Marcolin rim wires
Codes often confused with 9003.90
Common mistake. This code is often confused with complete frames (9003.11 or 9003.19) or even spectacle lenses (9001.40/9001.50). The crucial aspect is that these are individual components of the frame, not a complete frame or lens.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 900390, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 900390 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, with 21% 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 $362M 43% of world exports
- 2 Hong Kong $190M 22% of world exports
- 3 Italy $96M 11% of world exports
World total: $850M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Hong Kong $184M 21% of world imports
- 2 Italy $176M 20% of world imports
- 3 United States $61M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $876M 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 9003.90 2
Brazil splits HS 9003.90 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
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 9003.90
What is HS code 900390?
HS code 900390 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Frames and mountings; parts for spectacles, goggles or the like. This HS code encompasses parts for frames and mountings of spectacles, goggles, or similar eyewear. This includes components like temples (arms), hinges, nose pads, screws, and rims, which are used in the assembly, repair, or customization of eyewear frames. Importers are typically eyewear manufacturers for their assembly lines, optical laboratories for repairs, and sometimes retailers offering customization services. Exporters are specialized component manufacturers, often supplying to larger frame assembly operations. Key trade considerations include material compatibility with existing frames, precision engineering for proper fit, durability, and compliance with industry standards. The global trade in these parts supports the manufacturing and maintenance ecosystem of the eyewear industry, ensuring the availability of components for both mass production and aftermarket services.
What products fall under HS code 900390?
Spectacle temples, Eyewear hinges, Nose pads, Frame screws, Rim wires, End pieces, Temple tips, Bridge pieces
What are common misclassifications for HS code 900390?
This code is often confused with complete frames (9003.11 or 9003.19) or even spectacle lenses (9001.40/9001.50). The crucial aspect is that these are individual components of the frame, not a complete frame or lens.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 900390?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 900390 in UN Comtrade data were China ($362M, 43% of world exports), Hong Kong ($190M) and Italy ($96M). World exports came to about $850M, 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 900390?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 900390 in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($184M, 21% of world imports), Italy ($176M) and the United States ($61M). World imports came to about $876M, 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 900390 structured?
HS code 900390 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 900390?
Brazil splits HS code 900390 into 2 NCM codes: 9003.90.10 (Spectacle frame hinges), 9003.90.90 (Other spectacle frame parts). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.