YAG Laser Rod from China
Neodymium-doped YAG (Nd:YAG) cylindrical rod serving as laser gain medium at 1064nm. Under HTS 9001.90.90.00 as unmounted optical element despite lasing function. AR-coated ends for resonator cavities.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Doping concentration (%Nd) and fluorescence lifetime specs confirm laser rod optical function
• Distinguish from finished lasers; unmounted rods stay elements
• High-value; recommend bonded warehouse entry for processing