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Decorative Lighting Plastic Optical Fiber from Japan

Side-glow POF strands for architectural and decorative lighting fixtures, scattering light along length. HTS 9001.10.0050 covers these plastic optical fibers used in non-technical illumination. Creates neon-like effects without heat.

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

Specify cladding removal zones for side-emission to validate optical design

Import bulk spools, not pre-lit assemblies (9405)

Differentiate from plastic strapping (3926) by optical documentation