POF 1mm Core Diameter Optical Fiber from China
Standard 1mm core plastic optical fiber (POF) for consumer electronics interconnects, transmitting visible light signals. HTS 9001.10.0050 covers these unmounted plastic fibers separately from glass or cabled versions. Commonly used in digital audio interfaces and LED lighting systems.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44.2%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify core/cladding diameter in invoices; 1mm standard prevents confusion with micro-fibers
• Require manufacturer's data sheet confirming plastic composition and optical index