Polarization Maintaining Panda Fiber from China
Specialty singlemode optical fiber with panda-style stress rods to maintain light polarization states for sensor and coherent communication systems. Core-cladding offset design ensures high birefringence. Falls under HTS 9001.10.0070 as specialized 'other' optical fiber.
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
• Include beat length and h-parameter specifications proving PM functionality for classification,Document end-use as optical transmission vs. sensing to avoid exclusion under Chapter 90 notes,Prevent reclassification by importing without connectors or cable jacketing