7009.91 - Unframed:

This HTS category, 7009.91, encompasses unframed mirrors made of glass. These mirrors are not affixed to a frame or any supporting structure, nor are they otherwise integrated into a larger assembly that includes framing. The primary function of these items is reflection, and they are classified under Chapter 70, which deals with glass and glassware. This broad category includes mirrors for various applications, provided they are unframed.

Crucially, this category is distinguished from its sibling, 7009.92, which specifically covers framed glass mirrors. The presence or absence of a frame is the decisive factor in differentiating between these two HTS codes. Therefore, an unframed mirror, even if intended for eventual framing or installation, falls under 7009.91.

Within the unframed category, further subclassification is based on the size of the mirror's reflecting area. Subcategory 7009.91.10 applies to unframed glass mirrors with a reflecting area not exceeding 929 square centimeters. Conversely, subcategory 7009.91.50 covers unframed glass mirrors where the reflecting area is greater than 929 square centimeters. This distinction is important for statistical tracking and potential duty rate variations.