1. How to Choose Professional Optical Fiber CablesExport agentThe service provider?

Select optical cablesExport agentThe following three core competencies require key assessment:Industry experience, customs clearance qualifications, risk control systemHigh-quality agencies should possess:

• Practical cases of fiber optic product exports with over 3 years of experience.
• Familiar with customs tariffs of various countries (especially HS code 854470).
• Possesses AEO Advanced Certification qualification
• Establish a comprehensive quality traceability system

2. What special certifications are required for optical cable exports?

In addition to the conventional CE/FCC certifications, special attention should be paid to:

• EU RoHS 3.0 Directive (4 additional restricted substances added in 2025)
• UL 444 Standard for Communications Cables
• GCC certification for Middle Eastern countries
• Domestic Export Quality License (factory ISO9001 system documents must be provided)

III. Optical CableExport customs clearanceWhat are the precautions?

Common pitfalls in the customs declaration process include:

• Incomplete specification declaration (number of cores, sheath material, and transmission level must be specified).
• Incorrect use of HS codes (optical cables classified under 8544.70, optical fiber preforms classified under 7002.20).
• Incorrect declaration of fiber type (single-mode/multi-mode/specialty fiber)
• Disregard the requirement for a certificate of origin (especially for countries enjoying tariff preferences).

IV. How to Protect Optical Fiber Cable Products in International Transportation?

It is recommended to adopt a three-tier protection scheme:

• Packaging layer
  • Moisture-proof aluminum foil lining (humidity ≤60%RH)
  • Pressure-resistant wooden crate (load-bearing capacity ≥800kg/m2)
• Transport layer
  • Maritime shipping containers must be equipped with anti-vibration brackets.
  • Air transport should avoid being mixed with other heavy cargo.

5. What types of insurance are required for export fiber optic cables?

Recommended insurance portfolio plan:

• All Risks of Marine Insurance (covering risks of physical damage)
• Electronic Equipment Damage Special Insurance (covering performance degradation caused by temperature and humidity variations)
• War Strike Additional Insurance (Essential for Middle East/Africa Routes)

6. How to handle customs clearance issues at the destination port?

Professional agents should provide three guarantees:

• Review the technical standards of the target country (e.g., Brazil's INMETRO certification).
• Arrange for an inspector at the destination port to coordinate on-site.
• Establish an emergency margin mechanism (to address sudden tariff adjustments)

7. What are the emerging market opportunities for optical fiber cable exports?

Key concerns in 2025:

• East Africa Submarine Cable System Project (EASSy Phase II)
• Southeast Asia 5G Network Construction (Malaysia, Vietnam)
• Latin America Smart City Project (S?o Paulo Optical Network Upgrade, Brazil)

8. How to Deal with the Risk of Anti-dumping Investigations?

Based on the 2023 EU anti-dumping case against Chinese optical fiber cables, the recommendations are as follows:

• Establish a raw material traceability system (to demonstrate absence of government subsidies).
• Maintain complete production cost records.
• Apply for Market Economy Status (MES) in advance

IX.Export tax refundHow to maximize?

The current tax rebate rate for optical cable products is 13%. Optimization methods include:

• Separate declaration of high-value-added components (e.g., fiber optic connectors declared individually).
• Adopt the processing trade mode with imported materials.
• Application for High-Tech Product Certification (must comply with YD/T standards)

10. How to Evaluate the Genuine Capabilities of an Agency?

Se recomienda realizar una inspección in situ en tres puntos clave:

• Please check the original AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) certification document issued by customs.
• Please provide the optical cable export records for the past six months.
• Test the data traceability function of its ERP system.