Polarization Maintaining Panda Fiber from Japan
Panda-style polarization maintaining optical fiber for sensors and coherent communication systems, featuring stress rods for birefringence. Falls under HTS 9001.10.00 as specialty optical fibers. Essential for precision laser and interferometric applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document stress rod configuration and beat length specs; suitable for Chapter 90 only if not technical machine parts; test for PM performance prior to customs