Product classification
HS code for Goggles: 9004.90
Spectacles, goggles and the like, (other than sunglasses) corrective, protective or other.
Classification of goggles under HS 9004.90
Goggles are classified under HS code 9004.90. This code falls under Chapter 90, which covers optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus. Heading 9004 is designated for spectacles, goggles, and the like, intended for corrective, protective, or other purposes. Subheading 9004.90 is a residual category for all items in this heading that are not sunglasses (which are 9004.10). Goggles are defined as eye protectors that usually enclose or protect the area surrounding the eye in order to prevent particulates, water, or chemicals from striking the eyes. This classification is based on the function of the product as protective eyewear. Whether the goggles are for industrial safety, sports, or medical use, they generally fall under this code unless they incorporate sophisticated electronic components or are part of a larger specialized apparatus.
- Covers
- Safety goggles for industrial use
- Swimming goggles
- Ski goggles
- Welding goggles (without electronic filters)
- Laboratory protective goggles
- Also under 9004.90
- Warby Parker prescription glasses
- 3M Virtua safety glasses
- Speedo Vanquisher swimming goggles
- Oakley Line Miner ski goggles
- Zenni Optical reading glasses
Codes often confused with 9004.90
Common mistake. Goggles are often misclassified under 9004.10, which is specifically for sunglasses. Another common error is using 9003, which is for frames and mountings rather than the complete goggles. Specialized welding helmets with automatic darkening filters may be classified under 8537 or 9002 depending on their complexity. Furthermore, Virtual Reality (VR) goggles are typically classified under 8528.52 or 9504.50, as they are display units or video game components rather than protective eyewear.
Top exporters and importers of HS 900490 (the code used for goggles), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 900490 (the code used for goggles) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 22% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 900490, not only goggles.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.8B 39% of world exports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$432M 9.4% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Mexico $317M 6.9% of world exports
World total: $4.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $879M 22% of world imports
- 2 Germany $425M 10% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $284M 7.0% of world imports
World total: $4.1B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 goggles
Brazil splits HS 9004.90 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 9004.90.10Corrective spectacles
- 9004.90.20Safety glasses
- 9004.90.90Other spectacles and goggles
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about goggles
What is the HS code for Goggles?
The HS code for Goggles is 900490 (Spectacles, goggles and the like; (other than sunglasses) corrective, protective or other).
How do I classify Goggles for customs?
Goggles is classified under HS code 900490 — Spectacles, goggles and the like; (other than sunglasses) corrective, protective or other. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for swimming goggles?
Swimming goggles are classified under HS code 9004.90 as protective eyewear.
Are safety glasses and goggles the same HS code?
Yes, both protective safety glasses and goggles are classified under HS code 9004.90, provided they are not tinted for sun protection.
Which countries are the top exporters of goggles (HS 900490)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 900490 (the code used for goggles) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.8B, 39% of world exports), Taiwan (about $432M) and Mexico ($317M). World exports came to about $4.6B, 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 goggles (HS 900490)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 900490 (the code used for goggles) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($879M, 22% of world imports), Germany ($425M) and Hong Kong ($284M). World imports came to about $4.1B, 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.
Is the HS code for Goggles the same in all countries?
The base HS code 900490 for Goggles is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for goggles in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 900490 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for goggles depends on the product's details: 9004.90.10 (Corrective spectacles), 9004.90.20 (Safety glasses), 9004.90.90 (Other spectacles and goggles).