Endoscope Light Guide Fiber Bundle from China
Specialized optical fiber bundle serving as the light guide in rigid endoscopes for medical visualization procedures. Classified in HTS 9001.10.0085 as an unmounted optical fiber bundle, typically fused silica for durability and clarity. Separate from imaging fiber bundles or complete scopes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.7%
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
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
• Pair with FDA 510(k) docs if medical device; note optical elements may have separate regulatory paths
• Declare numerical aperture and sterilization compatibility to confirm medical optical classification