Illumination Optical Fiber Bundle from China
Bundle of optical fibers specifically for cold light sources in microscopy and endoscopy, transmitting visible spectrum illumination. HTS 9001.10.0085 covers these unmounted bundles made from glass or polymer cores. Provides uniform lighting without heat at the target.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44.2%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify spectrum transmission range and bundle diameter in invoices for proper optical element verification
• Avoid packaging as complete light guides with connectors, which may qualify as 8536 apparatus
• Document end-use as illumination to distinguish from data transmission cables