Alumina Fiber Optic Ferrule from Japan
Precision-engineered alumina ceramic ferrule measuring 2.5 mm in diameter and 10 mm in length, featuring a central fiber channel opening for aligning optical fibers in connectors. Fired from high-purity alumina at high temperatures, it falls under HTS 6914.90.41.00 as a specialized ceramic ferrule for fiber optic applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify dimensions do not exceed 3mm diameter or 25mm length to qualify under this subheading; larger sizes shift to 6914.90.50
• Provide material test reports confirming alumina/zirconia composition and firing process per Chapter 69 notes
• Ensure documentation specifies single-mode or multimode fiber channel specs to avoid misclassification as general ceramic parts