Polycarbonate Disc Substrate Extrusion Line from Japan
Continuous extrusion and molding system producing transparent polycarbonate substrates optimized for optical disc data layers. Dedicated optical media manufacturing function places it under HTS 8479.89.8300.
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
• Specify birefringence specs (<10nm/cm) proving optical grade polycarbonate capability
• Anti-dumping scrutiny high for Asian extruders; maintain cost records
• Classify complete line vs components to optimize duty (systems often lower)