Photonic Crystal Fiber from Japan
Microstructured optical fiber with air-hole lattice in cladding creating photonic bandgap guidance. Enables unique properties like zero dispersion or supercontinuum generation. HTS 9001.10.0070 for advanced 'other' optical fiber designs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include SEM images of air-hole microstructure and dispersion curves for technical classification,Specify research/telecom end-use to remain in Chapter 90 vs. excluded apparatus parts,Meter-length spools only; longer cable assemblies risk 8544 classification