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Eyeglasses Cases

Eyeglasses cases are protective containers for eyeglasses, sunglasses, and other types of eyewear. They serve to safeguard spectacles from damage, bending, and scratching when not in use.

Material

A variety of materials are used in the construction of eyeglasses cases, each offering different levels of protection, durability, and aesthetic appeal:

• Hard Shell Cases: Typically made from materials like plastic (polycarbonate, ABS), metal (aluminum, stainless steel), or carbon fiber. These provide a high degree of protection against crushing and impact.
• Soft Cases: Commonly constructed from fabrics like nylon, neoprene, or microfiber. These offer lighter weight and flexibility, and are often used for scratch protection and general portability. Leather, both genuine and synthetic, is also a common soft case material.
• Semi-Rigid Cases: Combine elements of both hard and soft cases, often with a plastic frame and fabric covering.

Purpose

The primary purpose of an eyeglasses case is protection. Beyond this, cases contribute to:

• Preventing Lens Scratches: The interior lining, often microfiber, prevents abrasive damage to lens coatings.
• Maintaining Frame Integrity: Protection against bending or breaking of the frame.
• Hygiene: Keeps eyewear clean from dust, dirt, and other contaminants.
• Portability & Organization: Provides a convenient and secure way to carry and store eyewear.

Function

Eyeglasses cases function by:

• Enclosing the Eyewear: Providing a physical barrier against external forces.
• Shock Absorption: Materials and construction dampen impacts.
• Secure Closure: Latches, zippers, magnetic closures, or snap closures prevent accidental opening.
• Interior Padding: Soft linings protect lenses and frames from direct contact with the case material.

Usage Scenarios

• Everyday Carry: Storing eyewear when not being worn, such as in a bag, pocket, or car.
• Travel: Protecting eyewear during transport in luggage or a backpack.
• Sports & Outdoor Activities: Providing secure storage and protection during physical activities.
• Professional Settings: Protecting expensive eyewear in work environments.

Common Types

• Hardshell Clamshell Cases: The most common type, featuring a hinged lid and secure latch.
• Zipper Cases: Typically soft-sided, offering easy access and flexible storage.
• Snap Cases: Soft-sided cases that close with a snap closure.
• Magnetic Closure Cases: Often feature a soft shell and a magnetic clasp.
• Compact/Pocket Cases: Smaller cases designed for minimal storage and portability.
• Double Cases: Designed to hold two pairs of eyeglasses.
• Leather Cases: Often feature a classic aesthetic and provide moderate protection.

The declared goods, eyeglasses cases, fall under the category of containers for spectacles. Here's a breakdown of relevant HS codes based on the provided information:

• 9003900000: This HS code covers “Frames and mountings for spectacles, goggles or the like, and parts thereof: Parts”. While primarily for parts, it’s relevant as cases can be considered accessories or parts related to spectacles.

  • 90: Chapter 90 – Instruments and apparatus which measure, check, test, navigate or otherwise control functions, instruments and apparatus for medical, surgical, dental or veterinary purposes; optical goods, photographic or cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories thereof.
  • 03: Heading 03 – Frames and mountings for spectacles, goggles or the like, and parts thereof.
  • 900000: Subheading 900000 – Parts.

• 4202110030: This HS code covers “Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels, spectacle cases, binocular cases, camera cases, musical instrument cases, gun cases, holsters and similar containers; traveling bags, insulated food or beverage bags, toiletry bags, knapsacks and backpacks, handbags, shopping bags, wallets, purses, map cases, cigarette cases, tobacco pouches, tool bags, sports bags, bottle cases, jewelry boxes, powder cases, cutlery cases and similar containers, of leather or of composition leather, of sheeting of plastics, of textile materials, of vulcanized fiber or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper: Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels and similar containers: With outer surface of leather or of composition leather Attache cases, briefcases, school satchels, occupational luggage cases and similar containers”. This is applicable if the cases are made of leather or composition leather.

  • 42: Chapter 42 – Articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar articles; articles of animal gut, of animal skin other than leather; articles of plastics or rubber, not elsewhere specified.
  • 02: Heading 02 – Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, etc., and similar containers.
  • 110030: Subheading 110030 – With outer surface of leather or of composition leather Attache cases, briefcases, school satchels, occupational luggage cases and similar containers.

• 4202110030: (Duplicate entry, as listed in the reference material). This HS code is repeated in the provided reference material and applies to spectacle cases made of leather or composition leather, as described above.

Regarding HS code 4202110030, please note that the outer surface must be made of leather or composition leather. If the cases are made of other materials (plastics, textiles, etc.), this HS code is not applicable.