Zirconia LC Fiber Ferrule from China
Zirconia ceramic ferrule designed for LC fiber optic connectors, 1.25 mm diameter by 12 mm length with precision-polished fiber channel for low-loss signal transmission. Meets HTS 6914.90.41.00 criteria as a fired zirconia ferrule with fiber channel opening used in high-density networking.
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
• Include ferrule polish grade (UPC/APC) and insertion loss specifications in commercial invoice for Customs verification
• Batch test water absorption per ASTM C373 if stoneware classification questioned, though high-fired alumina/zirconia typically qualifies
• Avoid bundling with connector housings to prevent classification as complete connector under Chapter 85