Preform Etching Station from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 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