Medical Endoscope Plastic Optical Fiber from Germany
Biocompatible POF bundles for illumination in flexible endoscopes and borescopes. Under HTS 9001.10.0050 as plastic optical fibers, separate from assembled instruments. Provides bright, flexible light transmission in minimally invasive procedures.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• FDA registration or biocompatibility certs (ISO 10993) often required alongside HTS docs
• Specify numerical aperture suited for medical illumination (high light gathering)
• Distinguish from complete endoscopes (9018) by importing bare fiber bundles only