The HS code for lenses is 9001 — Optical fibres and optical fibre bundles; optical fibre cables not of heading no. 8544; sheets, plates of polarising material; lenses, prisms, mirrors, of any material; unmounted; not non optical glass. Below are the specific codes and the UK, US and EU equivalents.
| Region | Declarable codes under 9001 |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom (UK) | 18 |
| United States (HTS) | 10 |
| European Union | 16 |
Chapter 90 — Optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories → Heading 9001 — Optical fibres and optical fibre bundles; optical fibre cables not of heading no. 8544; sheets, plates of polarising material; lenses, prisms, mirrors, of any material; unmounted; not non optical glass
What is the HS code for lenses? The heading is 9001 (Optical fibres and optical fibre bundles; optical fibre cables not of heading no. 8544; sheets, plates of polarising material; lenses, prisms, mirrors, of any material; unmounted; not non optical glass); pick the specific subheading above that best matches your goods.
Is the code the same in the UK, US and EU? The first 6 digits are shared worldwide; the UK, US and EU each extend it to their own 8–10 digit codes — see the table above.
Also see: US HTS code for lenses · UK commodity code for lenses
Beta — data is for general reference only and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Always verify with the official customs authority before making import/export decisions.