HS Code for Contact lens
Contact lenses are classified under HS code 900130 because they are defined as unmounted optical elements designed to be worn directly on the surface of the eye. This classification falls within Chapter 90, which encompasses optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus. Specifically, heading 9001 covers optical fibers and optical fiber bundles, as well as lenses (including contact lenses), prisms, mirrors, and other optical elements of any material, provided they are unmounted. The classification is determined by General Interpretative Rule (GRI) 1, which prioritizes the terms of the headings and any relative Section or Chapter Notes. Since contact lenses are explicitly named in subheading 900130, this code takes precedence over more general categories. The material of the lens—whether it is a soft hydrogel, a rigid gas permeable polymer, or a silicone-based material—does not change this classification, provided the lens is optically worked and remains unmounted.
Products Included
- Soft contact lenses (daily or monthly)
- Rigid gas permeable (RGP) contact lenses
- Bifocal and multifocal contact lenses
- Toric contact lenses for astigmatism
- Cosmetic or decorative contact lenses (with or without corrective power)
- Extended wear contact lenses
Common Misclassification
Contact lenses are frequently misclassified under HS code 900490, which covers spectacles, goggles, and the like. However, 9004 is reserved for mounted optical goods (eyewear with frames). Another common error is using 900140 or 900150, which are specifically for glass or plastic spectacle lenses that are not yet mounted in frames but are intended for use in glasses rather than direct eye contact.
FAQ
What is the HS code for contact lens?
The HS code for contact lenses is 900130, which covers unmounted contact lenses of any material.
Do colored cosmetic lenses use the same HS code?
Yes, even if they do not provide vision correction, cosmetic lenses are classified under 900130 because they are optical elements worn on the eye.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Contact lens?
The HS code for Contact lens is 900130 (Lenses, contact; unmounted, of any material, excluding elements of glass not optically worked).
How do I classify Contact lens for customs?
Contact lens is classified under HS code 900130 — Lenses, contact; unmounted, of any material, excluding elements of glass not optically worked. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Contact lens the same in all countries?
The base HS code 900130 for Contact lens is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.