Preform Etching Station from Germany
Automated hydrofluoric acid etching station removes surface defects from optical fiber preforms, improving fiber strength. Precise chemical dosing and rinsing. HTS 8475.21.00.00 for preform processing machinery.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• HF acid containment and neutralization systems required
• Surface roughness improvement documentation
• Wastewater treatment compliance