Alumina Fiber Optic Alignment Ferrule from China
High-purity alumina ceramic ferrule, 1.25mm diameter x 10mm length with precision fiber channel for single-mode fiber connectors like LC types. This fired ceramic product qualifies under 6914.10.4000 due to its specific size limits and fiber optic ferrule design.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Declare exact material (alumina/zirconia) and provide XRF analysis to distinguish from porcelain subheading
• Package individually to prevent damage to precision channels, and note fragility on commercial invoice
• Confirm no metal plating; plated versions may classify as parts of connectors under 8536