Telecom Backbone 10.8 mm Copper Wire
10.8 mm refined copper wire for telecom equipment power feeds and antenna grounding planes. Precisely HTS 7408.11.30.00: refined, unalloyed copper wire over 9.5 mm dimension. Low resistance essential for minimal signal loss.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If copper-nickel-zinc (nickel silver) alloy
Nickel ≥5% alloys classified separately per subheading note (c).
If pre-terminated with telecom connectors
Assembled telecom wire harnesses classified as machines under 8517.
If drawn 0.3 mm thinner within tolerance
9.5 mm threshold strictly enforced; subheading changes abruptly.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• ETSI EN 50182 conductivity certification validates refined copper grade
• Specify 'straight lengths' vs. coils to prevent bar/rod confusion
• NEBS Level 3 compliance docs for telco central office installations
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