Fused Quartz Optical Fiber Drawing Tubes
Fused quartz optical fiber drawing tubes are precision unworked tubes made of fused silica, used in the production of optical fibers. Their high clarity and low impurity levels are essential for maintaining signal integrity during fiber drawing. They fall under tariff item 7002.31.00 as unworked tubes of fused quartz or other fused silica.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tubes are made of other glass with a linear coefficient of expansion not exceeding 5 x 10^-6 per Kelvin within a temperature range of 0°C to 300°C
This alternative covers unworked tubes of other glass with specific thermal expansion properties, which may apply if the material is not fused quartz or fused silica.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the tubes are unworked (not cut, bent, or polished) to qualify for this tariff item
• Declare the exact fused silica content and purity to avoid misclassification
• Keep supplier documentation showing the manufacturing process for CBSA verification
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