Singlemode Silica Optical Fiber

High-purity silica-based optical fiber designed for singlemode light transmission in telecommunications networks. It features a core diameter of approximately 9 microns optimized for 1310-1550nm wavelengths. Classified under HTS 9001.10.0070 as 'other' optical fibers, excluding cable assemblies of heading 8544.

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.

9001.10.00Same rate: 41.7%

If multimode fiber configuration

Multimode fibers with larger core diameters (50-62.5 microns) classify separately from singlemode

8544.70.00.00Lower: 35% vs 41.7%

If pre-assembled into cables with connectors

Optical fiber cables of heading 8544 take precedence over raw fiber elements

9001.90.50.00Lower: 35% vs 41.7%

If plastic core optical fibers

Non-glass optical fibers (plastic/polymer) fall under 'other optical elements' rather than glass fibers

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber specifications match 'optical fiber' definition excluding cable assemblies; provide attenuation and numerical aperture test data,Include manufacturer specs confirming singlemode characteristics and wavelength range for customs classification,Avoid common pitfall of importing pre-connectorized cables which shift to 8544; import bare spools only

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