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Borosilicate Lens Blank for Fiber Optic Couplers

Borosilicate glass blank for GRIN lens in fiber optic couplers, cut to rod lens shape. Classifies in 7014.00.10.00 as unworked optical lens blank.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.1%+37.5%41.6%
🇲🇽Mexico4.1%+10.0%14.1%
🇨🇦Canada4.1%+10.0%14.1%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9001.10.00Higher: 44.2% vs 41.6%

If optical fiber assemblies

Fibers/cables in Chapter 90.

7006.00.10.00Higher: 46.3% vs 41.6%

If glass rods before lens cutting

Uncut rods remain in 7006.

8517.62.00Lower: 32.5% vs 41.6%

If telecom apparatus parts

Machines for reception classify with parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Distinguish from 9001 fiber optic cables by specifying lens function

• Gradient index (GRIN) blanks—document ion-exchange incomplete