Zirconia LC Connector Ferrule from Japan
Zirconia ceramic ferrule for LC fiber optic connectors, 1.25mm diameter, 12mm length with 125-micron fiber bore channel. Meets porcelain/china firing specs despite zirconia base, specifically enumerated in 6914.10.4000.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use HTS 6914.10.4000 specifically; general 6914.10.5000 has different rates
• Provide end-use statement confirming telecom ferrule, not medical/industrial to avoid reclassification
• Batch test for dimensional accuracy; variances >0.001mm may fail connector standards