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