For transmission of voice, data or video communications
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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Products classified under HTS 9001.10.00.30
Single-Mode Optical Fiber G.652.D
This is a standard single-mode optical fiber compliant with ITU-T G.652.D specifications, designed specifically for long-distance transmission of voice, data, and video communications in telecommunications networks. It features low attenuation and dispersion characteristics optimized for wavelengths around 1310 nm and 1550 nm. Classified under HTS 9001.10.0030 as an optical fiber for voice, data, or video transmission.
DWDM Single-Mode Optical Fiber G.655
Non-zero dispersion shifted single-mode fiber (G.655) optimized for Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) systems carrying high-capacity voice, data, and video over submarine and terrestrial long-haul networks. It supports multiple wavelengths with minimized non-linear effects. Falls under HTS 9001.10.0030 for communication transmission fibers.
Bend-Insensitive Single-Mode Fiber G.657.A2
ITU-T G.657.A2 bend-insensitive single-mode optical fiber for voice, data, and video transmission in FTTH (Fiber to the Home) networks, allowing tight radius bends without signal loss. Ideal for access networks and building installations. HTS 9001.10.0030 classification applies to its communication transmission purpose.
Polarization Maintaining Panda Fiber
Panda-style polarization maintaining single-mode optical fiber with stress rods for coherent voice/data/video transmission in high-speed telecom systems requiring polarization stability. Used in fiber amplifiers and sensors within communication networks. Classified in HTS 9001.10.0030 for its primary communication role.
Corning SMF-28e Optical Fiber
Corning's premium SMF-28e single-mode optical fiber matching G.652.D specs for ultra-low loss voice, data, and video transmission across metro and long-haul networks. Features enhanced bend performance for dense deployments. HTS 9001.10.0030 due to communication-specific design.
FTTH Drop Cable Optical Fiber
G.657.A1 single-mode optical fiber specifically drawn for FTTH drop cable applications transmitting voice, data, and video services to residential premises. Optimized for small bend radii in customer premises wiring. Classified under HTS 9001.10.0030 as communication transmission fiber.
Erbium-Doped Fiber for EDFAs
Single-mode erbium-doped optical fiber (EDF) used as gain medium in Erbium-Doped Fiber Amplifiers (EDFAs) for amplifying voice, data, and video signals in long-haul DWDM communication systems. Core doped with erbium ions for 1550nm amplification. HTS 9001.10.0030 for telecom transmission role.
50/125 Multimode OM3 Optical Fiber
Laser-optimized 50/125 μm multimode optical fiber (OM3) for 10 Gigabit Ethernet voice, data, and video transmission up to 300 meters in enterprise LANs. Aqua-colored for identification per TIA-598 standards. Classified HTS 9001.10.0030 for communication purposes.
Dispersion Compensating Fiber DCF
High negative dispersion optical fiber used in DWDM systems to compensate chromatic dispersion of standard SMF, enabling long-haul voice, data, and video transmission at 10/40/100G rates. Typical -80 to -100 ps/nm/km dispersion at 1550nm. HTS 9001.10.0030 classification.
Raman Amplifier Fiber
Germanium-doped single-mode optical fiber optimized for Raman amplification in long-haul communication networks, providing distributed gain for voice, data, and video signals across C-band wavelengths. High Raman gain coefficient design. Classifies under HTS 9001.10.0030.
G.654.C Ultra Low Loss Fiber
ITU-T G.654.C pure silica core single-mode optical fiber with ultra-low attenuation (≤0.154 dB/km at 1550nm) for submarine cable systems transmitting transoceanic voice, data, and video communications. Optimized for 1550nm operation. HTS 9001.10.0030.
Hybrid SMF/MMF Transition Fiber
Specialty tapered optical fiber providing mode-field diameter transition between single-mode and multimode fibers for hybrid voice/data/video network interfaces in data centers. Enables low-loss SMF-to-MMF connections. Classified HTS 9001.10.0030 for communication use.
CATV Return Path Optical Fiber
1310nm-optimized single-mode optical fiber for cable television (CATV) return path carrying upstream voice, data, and video signals in hybrid fiber-coax (HFC) networks. Low water peak design for CWDM systems. HTS 9001.10.0030 classification.
5G Fronthaul Optical Fiber
G.657.B3 ultra-bend insensitive single-mode fiber for 5G mobile fronthaul connections transmitting CPRI/eCPRI voice, data, and video between radio units and baseband units. Supports 25.6Tbps capacity. Classifies HTS 9001.10.0030.
Data Center 400G Optical Fiber
Low-loss G.654.E single-mode optical fiber optimized for 400G/800G data center interconnects carrying cloud voice, data, and video traffic over short reaches up to 2km. Ultra-low latency design. HTS 9001.10.0030 for communication transmission.