Automotive Grade Plastic Optical Fiber

Ruggedized POF meeting automotive standards (AEC-Q100) for MOST media networks in vehicles. HTS 9001.10.0050 applies to these unmounted plastic optical fibers. Withstands vibration and temperature extremes for in-car multimedia.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.7%+35.0%41.7%
🇲🇽Mexico6.7%+10.0%16.7%
🇨🇦Canada6.7%+10.0%16.7%
🇩🇪Germany6.7%+10.0%16.7%
🇯🇵Japan6.7%+10.0%16.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8544.42.90Lower: 37.6% vs 41.7%

If incorporating electrical conductors alongside optics

Hybrid electro-optical cables classified as insulated wire products.

8708.29Lower: 27.5% vs 41.7%

If imported as complete automotive body electrical systems

Vehicle parts incorporating fibers classified by end-use in Chapter 87.

3921.90.19Lower: 40.3% vs 41.7%

If flexible plastic tubing without optical cladding

Non-optical automotive plastic tubes fall under Chapter 39 plates.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include automotive qualification certificates (e.g

MOST compliance) in entry docs

Declare temperature range (-40°C to 105°C) to justify specialized use

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