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Endoscope Light Guide Tube from Japan

Glass tube envelope serving as light pipe for fiber optic endoscope cold light sources. Open quartz glass qualifies under HTS 7011.90.00.00 for electric lamp envelopes without fiber bundle fittings. Maintains light transmission characteristics.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Specify numerical aperture and light acceptance angle for endoscope compatibility

Distinguish solid glass light pipes from fiber optic bundles

Document medical device registration even for component glass imports