Polarization Maintaining Panda Fiber from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
16.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• Provide beat length and h-parameter specs to confirm PM fiber for coherent communication systems
• Declare stress rod configuration (Panda, Bow-tie) in technical documentation
• Avoid classification as instrument parts by emphasizing primary telecom end-use