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Window Film · Hawaii
Ceramic film below carbon price

Pro-grade window film for Hawaii shops.

Manufactured by Glacier. Priced direct. Lifetime warranty on every Glacier-made automotive roll. Premium nano-ceramic film across the full VLT range — same- or next-business-day fulfillment from Las Vegas to Hawaii.

Quick answer

Hawaii window tint law permits up to 35% VLT on front side windows, 35% on back side windows, and 35% on the rear window for sedans and wagons. Glacier Manufacturing ships nano-ceramic window film, PPF, security film, installation tools, shop flooring, and shop lighting to Hawaii tint shops direct from its Las Vegas facility. Trade pricing is reviewed within one business day at glaciermfg.com/trade.

Hawaii market

Year-round sun, salt-air UV, statewide demand.

Hawaii's UV exposure is among the most intense in the country — direct equatorial sun nearly year-round, plus salt-air UV reflection on coastal vehicles. The 35% uniform law lets shops standardize on a single VLT around the vehicle. Honolulu anchors the consumer and commercial market; the outer islands carry their own demand mixes oriented toward rental fleet and resort vehicles. Interior fade from UV is the most-cited customer concern in the consult.

Hawaii VLT Limits

Quote within the law.

Hawaii legal VLT minimums for sedans / wagons. SUVs, vans, and commercial vehicles often have separate (usually more permissive) rules. Verify with the Hawaii DMV before quoting work.

Front side
35%
Back side
35%
Rear
35%
Tint Levels

What Hawaii drivers actually pick.

Your shop's most-installed VLT depends on what's legal in Hawaii. The visualizer below shows each level — keep 35% as the floor for front side glass.

70% VLT

Minimal — UV protection without darkening. Windshield-legal in many states.

50% VLT

Light — moderate glare reduction. Front-side legal in many states.

35% VLT

Medium — the most common request. Balanced privacy and visibility.

20% VLT

Dark — strong privacy, factory-look on most vehicles.

15% VLT

Darker — privacy-focused. Often used on rear doors and rear glass.

5% VLT

Limo — maximum privacy. Rear glass only in most states.

Shipping to Hawaii

From Las Vegas. To Hawaii.

Same- or next-day fulfillment

Stocked rolls ship from our Las Vegas distribution center on orders placed by 2pm PT.

Standard ground transit

Hawaii typically receives via UPS or FedEx ground. Transit times vary by metro.

Free freight over $5,000

Trade orders over $5,000 ship freight-free, including LTL pallets where applicable.

City coverage

Hawaii cities Glacier supplies.

Glacier ships product to all major Hawaii metros and regional hubs from our Las Vegas distribution center. Each city links to a dedicated page with local market context.

Catalog

Stock the full Glacier line in Hawaii.

Window film, PPF, security film, and shop equipment ship together from Las Vegas on a single trade account.

FAQ

Hawaii supply questions.

The most common questions Hawaii trade buyers ask before opening an account.

What are the legal VLT limits for window tint in Hawaii?
Hawaii permits up to 35% VLT on front side windows, 35% on back side windows, and 35% on the rear window for sedans and wagons. SUVs, vans, and commercial vehicles often have separate rules.
Does Glacier ship window film to Hawaii?
Yes — full catalog (ceramic window film, PPF, security film, installation tools, shop equipment) ships from our Las Vegas, NV facility to Hawaii. Most in-stock orders leave the same business day.
Can a Hawaii tint shop open a wholesale account?
Yes. Hawaii tint shops, PPF installers, paint and body shops, detailers, and contractors can apply at /trade. Reviewed within one business day.
Free freight to Hawaii?
Trade orders over $5,000 ship freight-free, including LTL pallets where applicable.
Does Glacier carry PPF?
Yes — self-healing TPU paint protection film in clear/gloss and satin finishes, 6–8 mil base, 10-year warranty.

Stock Glacier in Hawaii.

Apply once. Trade pricing unlocks across the catalog. Reviewed within one business day.