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Polarization Maintaining Panda Fiber from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

16.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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