Multicore Plastic Optical Fiber Cable from Japan
A cable containing multiple plastic optical fibers for parallel data transmission in industrial sensors and CCTV systems. Falls under HTS 9001.10.00.75 due to its plastic fiber construction for optical signaling, excluding those with electrical components. Ideal for harsh environments with EMI resistance.
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
• Submit cross-section diagrams illustrating plastic multicore structure to distinguish from single-mode glass
• Certify attenuation specs (<200 dB/km typical for plastic) for customs verification
• Declare as 'optical only' if no copper; hybrids risk 8544 classification