HOW
DARK CAN WINDOW TINT BE IN IOWA?
Darkness of tint
is measured by Visible Light Transmission
percentage (VLT%). In Iowa, this percentage
refers to percentage of visible light allowed
in through the combination of film and the
window. |
| •
Windshield |
Non-reflective tint is allowed
along the top of the windshield above the manufacturer's
AS-1 line. |
| • Front Side Windows |
Must allow more than 70% of light in. |
| • Back Side Windows |
Any darkness can be used. |
| • Rear Window |
Any darkness can be used. |
|
HOW
REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE IN IOWA?
Similar to sunglass
lenses, some tinting film contain metallic elements
that help in reflecting incoming light and reducing
the glare and heat generated by visible light.
|
| • Front Side Windows |
Not excessive reflectiveness, law is not
specific. |
| • Back Side Windows |
Not excessive reflectiveness, law is not
specific. |
|
| OTHER
IOWA RULES AND REGULATIONS |
| • Restricted Colors |
No colors of tint are explicitly banned. |
| • Side Mirrors |
No restrictions. |
| • Certificate Requirements |
Manufacturers of film do NOT need to certify
the film they sell in the state. |
| • Sticker Requirements |
No sticker to identify legal tinting is
required. |
| • Medical Exemption |
State allows medical exemptions for special
tint. For more details about the specific terms
of the exemption, consult your state law. |