HS Code for Eyeglass blanks

Eyeglass blanks are classified under HS code 7015.10. This classification falls within Chapter 70, which covers glass and glassware. Heading 7015 specifically addresses clock or watch glasses and similar glasses, glasses for non-corrective or corrective spectacles, curved, bent, hollowed or the like, not optically worked. The distinction "not optically worked" is the primary factor for this classification. In the context of the Harmonized System, "optically worked" refers to glass that has undergone grinding or polishing to produce specific optical properties required for vision correction. Eyeglass blanks are the raw materials—semi-finished glass pieces that have been molded or cast into a curved shape but have not yet been subjected to the precision surfacing required to meet a specific prescription. Once these blanks are ground and polished to a prescription, they transition from Chapter 70 to Chapter 90. Subheading 7015.10 is specifically for glasses intended for corrective spectacles, distinguishing them from non-corrective glass used in clocks or other instruments. This classification is essential for manufacturers who import raw glass materials for further processing into finished lenses.

Products Included

• Semi-finished glass lenses for spectacles
• Molded glass blanks for corrective eyewear
• Unground spectacle glass discs
• Curved glass blanks for vision correction
• Hollowed glass for corrective lenses

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 9001.40, which covers glass lenses for spectacles that are already "optically worked." If the glass has been ground or polished to a specific prescription, it must be moved to Chapter 90. Another common error is using 7015.90, which is a residual category for other types of glass like clock glasses. Additionally, plastic eyeglass blanks are not classified here; they fall under Chapter 39 or HS code 9001.50 if they are already optically worked. Importers must verify if the glass has undergone any optical processing before selecting 7015.10.

FAQ

What is the HS code for eyeglass blanks?

The HS code for glass eyeglass blanks that have not been optically worked is 7015.10. This code applies to curved or bent glass intended for corrective spectacles.

What does "not optically worked" mean for HS code 7015.10?

It means the glass has been produced by molding, casting, or simple bending but has not yet been ground or polished to create specific refractive power or optical precision. Once it is ground to a prescription, it is considered optically worked.