Plastic Optical Fiber Breakout Cable from China
A fan-out plastic optical fiber cable transitioning from bundle to individual fibers for rack-mounted AV distribution. Fits HTS 9001.10.00.75 for plastic optical bundles/cables used in signal splitting, not electrical patch cords. Common in data centers for short-haul links.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Detail breakout configuration (e.g
• 12-fiber to MPO) in technical specs
• Ensure no metal conductors; X-ray if questioned by customs
• Use 'MPO/MTP optical breakout' terminology on labels