Plastic Optical Fiber for Robotics from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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