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FTTH Drop Optical Fiber Cable from Japan

Flat drop cable for Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) applications, containing 1-4 individually sheathed singlemode fibers with integrated strength members and outdoor jacket. Classified under HTS 8544.70.00.00 as made-up optical fiber cable.

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 drop cable profile (flat/round) and FTTH designation; include bend radius specs; common pitfall is declaring as patch cord (8544.42)