Singlemode Optical Fiber Cable G.652 from Japan
This is a made-up singlemode optical fiber cable using G.652 fiber for long-distance telecommunications, individually sheathed fibers assembled into a cable with protective jacketing. It falls under HTS 8544.70.00.00 as an optical fiber cable made up of individually sheathed fibers, without electric conductors.
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%
Import Tips
• Verify fiber count and type (e.g
• G.652) in documentation to confirm classification; ensure cables are 'made up' with sheathed fibers per heading 8544 notes; declare if assembled with any electric conductors to avoid reclassification