Industrial Sensor Plastic Optical Fiber from China
Flexible POF probes for factory automation sensors detecting position, proximity, and liquid levels. Classified HTS 9001.10.0050 as plastic optical fibers for industrial use. Immune to EMI, ideal for harsh manufacturing environments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Bend radius specs (min 15mm typical) prove industrial sensor suitability
• Pair with sensor housing declarations but import fiber separately
• Avoid 'machine part' labeling that triggers Section XVI classification