Plastic Optical Fiber for Robotics from Germany
EMI-immune plastic optical fiber cable linking sensors and controllers in collaborative robots (cobots). HTS 9001.10.00.75 applies to plastic bundles for real-time data transfer in automation, not technical machine textiles. Lightweight for dynamic arm mounting.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
16.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include robot protocol compatibility (EtherCAT POF) documentation
• Specify small bend radius tolerance for robotic flexing
• Classify separately from robot chassis to avoid Section XVI parts