WINDOW TINT LAWS

South Carolina Window Tinting Laws

How dark can window tint be in South Carolina?

The percent of visible light allowed through your car windows is called VLT: Visible Light Transmission. The percentage of light allowed through your film and glass in South Carolina is very specific and different for sedan cars and SUV cars or vans.

Tint darkness for sedans:

  • Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed above the manufacturer's AS-1 line. 
  • Front Side windows: Must allow more than 27% of light in. 
  • Back Side windows: Must allow more than 27% of light in. 
  • Rear Window: Must allow more than 27% of light in.

Tint darkness for SUV and vans:

  • Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed above the manufacturer's AS-1 line. 
  • Front Side windows: Must allow more than 27% of light in. 
  • Back Side windows: Any darkness can be applied several (unspecified) inches from the top of the window. 
  • Rear Window: Any darkness can be used.

How reflective can the tint be in South Carolina?

Window tint can reflect incoming light and reduce glare and heat. South Carolina window tint law permits a certain window reflection when using a tint so make sure you pay attention to this as well.

Tint reflection for sedans:

  • Front Side windows: Must be non reflective, state law is not specific about what this means. 
  • Back Side windows: Must be non reflective, state law is not specific about what this means.

Tint reflection for SUV and vans:

  • Front Side windows: Must be non reflective, state law is not specific about what this means. 
  • Back Side windows: Must be non reflective, state law is not specific about what this means.
Keep in mind that South Carolina tinting laws and regulations may be interpreted differently in your county or place of residence. We always recommend double-checking our information with your local DMV or law enforcement authorities.
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