8479.89.83.00/Polycarbonate Disc Substrate Extrusion Line/Japan

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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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)