Buyer's guide
Common grades and specifications
- Lenses, prisms, mirrors, windows and filters
- Optical glass types and crystals (e.g. N-BK7, fused silica, sapphire)
- Coatings (AR, HR, dielectric, metallic)
- Optical fibre and fibre components
- Key specs: surface quality (scratch-dig), flatness, tolerance, coating spec
Typical packaging
Cleanroom bags, foam trays and cartons.
Typical minimum order
From tens of pieces for custom components.
HS code (4-digit headings)
| Heading | Description |
|---|---|
| 9001 | Optical fibres, lenses, prisms, mirrors (unmounted) |
| 9002 | Mounted lenses, prisms, mirrors |
| 7014 | Optical elements of glass, not optically worked |
Guidance only. The exact 6- to 10-digit code depends on the product and the importing country's tariff. Confirm with your customs broker.
Incoterms tips
High-value, low-volume: air freight on FCA or CPT/CIP is common. Check export-control classification before ordering.
Quality documents to request
- Inspection and test report (interferometry, coating curves)
- Certificate of conformity
- Export-control classification statement
- End-use declaration
Sourcing notes
No sourcing restriction. Weapons-related optics are refused.