Sunglasses: US import duty from China
Sunglasses imported from China is classified under HTS 9004.10.00.00. Here is the full duty stack on the China to US lane and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
Spectacles, goggles and the like, corrective, protective or other, Sunglasses
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 2% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 7.5% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 9.5% |
| Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) | 0.3464% (min $33.58, max $651.50) |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), ocean | 0.125% |
Worked example: $10,000 shipment
| Customs value | $10,000.00 |
| Base duty (MFN) | $200.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $750.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $10,997.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on sunglasses from China?
Sunglasses is classified under HTS 9004.10.00.00. The duty works out to 9.5% of the customs value (base rate plus any Section 301 tariff), plus the Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.50) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%).
What is the HTS code for sunglasses?
Sunglasses is commonly classified under HTS 9004.10.00.00: Spectacles, goggles and the like, corrective, protective or other, Sunglasses. US Customs determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import sunglasses from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $10,997, about 10% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Other products
Estimates for planning only. Final classification and duty are determined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at entry. Rates from USITC HTSUS 2026-06-15-cn-us. The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down (SCOTUS, 2026-02-20) and is excluded. Not legal or customs-broker advice.