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Decorative Lighting Plastic Optical Fiber from Mexico

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 — 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

• 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