Polymer Optical Fiber Bundle from China
A flexible bundle of polymer optical fibers used for short-distance illumination in machine vision and consumer displays. Classified under HTS 9001.10.0085 as 'other' optical fiber bundles, made from plastic materials rather than glass, unmounted and suitable for light transmission. Ideal for automotive lighting and sensor applications.
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
• Include material composition certificates proving polymer construction to distinguish from glass fibers
• Document attenuation specs and acceptance angle to confirm optical element status, not mere plastic articles