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Watches & Eyewear → United States

Requires FCC (electronics) + FDA (food-contact/medical) + state sales tax

Lead time 2-6 weeks
Cost range $1,000-5,000
HS code 9102
Duty rate 0-5.1%
VAT / tax 0-10.25% (State sales tax)

Technical standards

Reference standards for this product category — verify applicability with your testing lab before export.

Standard No.OrganizationTitleYear
GB/T 13511.2-2025 GB/T 配装眼镜 第2部分:渐变焦定配眼镜 2025
GB/T 13511.1-2025 GB/T 配装眼镜 第1部分:单焦和多焦定配眼镜 2025
GB/T 10810.4-2025 GB/T 眼镜镜片 第4部分:减反射膜试验方法 2025
GB/T 10810.5-2025 GB/T 眼镜镜片 第5部分:表面耐磨试验方法 2025
GB/T 10810.3-2025 GB/T 眼镜镜片 第3部分:透射比试验方法 2025
GB/T 10810.1-2025 GB/T 眼镜镜片 第1部分:单焦和多焦 2025
GB/T 10810.2-2025 GB/T 眼镜镜片 第2部分:渐变焦 2025
GB/T 44458.3-2024 GB/T 运动用眼部和面部保护 第3部分:水面游泳用眼镜的要求和试验方法 2024

Required certifications

CertificationWhat it coversStatus
FCC certification Electronics require FCC Part 15/18 Conditional
FDA registration Food-contact materials must comply with FDA 21 CFR Conditional
CPC certificate Children's products require a Children's Product Certificate Conditional
UL certification UL safety certification required for some products Conditional
State sales tax State sales tax permit required Required

Testing scope

Labeling requirements

Platform requirements

Common non-compliance risks

Frequently asked

Is FDA registration required?
Depends on the product. Food-contact, cosmetics and medical devices require FDA.
How much does FCC certification cost?
Standard electronics $1,000-3,000; wireless $5,000-10,000.
How do I register for state sales tax?
Register once nexus is triggered by sales volume; free on state websites.
What is Prop 65?
California chemical warning law; a warning label is required.
Can Chinese sellers sell directly?
Yes. A US company or agent is needed to handle taxes.

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Full compliance report

Complete certification list, testing checklist and official source links — cross-verified with China-side requirements.