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8544.70.00.00/Ribbon Optical Fiber Cable 12-Fiber/Japan

Ribbon Optical Fiber Cable 12-Fiber from Japan

12-fiber ribbon matrix optical cable for high-density backbone applications, with individually buffered fibers aligned in ribbon format within protective cable jacket. Falls under HTS 8544.70.00.00 as made-up cable of sheathed optical fibers.

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

• Declare ribbon count and matrix type; specify mass fusion splice compatibility; common issue is declaring as tape (3919)

Ribbon Optical Fiber Cable 12-Fiber from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8544.70.00.00