Dispersion Compensating Fiber

High negative dispersion optical fiber designed to compensate chromatic dispersion in standard singlemode systems. Typically deployed in coiled DCF modules for DWDM networks. Classifies under HTS 9001.10.0070 as specialty transmission fiber.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.7%+35.0%41.7%
🇲🇽Mexico6.7%+10.0%16.7%
🇨🇦Canada6.7%+10.0%16.7%
🇩🇪Germany6.7%+10.0%16.7%
🇯🇵Japan6.7%+10.0%16.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8517.62.00Lower: 32.5% vs 41.7%

If embedded in complete telecom modules

Systems incorporating DCF become machines for digital data transmission

9001.90.40.00Lower: 35% vs 41.7%

If very short lengths for devices

Chip-scale DCF may classify as optical fiber bundles/elements

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document dispersion coefficient (ps/nm·km) proving compensation functionality,Import on payout reels without termination to maintain 9001 classification

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