HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9001.10 – Optical fibres, optical fibre bundles and cables; excluding those of heading no. 8544
HS code 9001.10 is the 6-digit subheading for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles and cables, excluding those of heading no. 8544. It is used for single-mode optical fiber, multi-mode optical fiber, fiber optic patch cords, fiber optic distribution cables and submarine fiber optic cables (without electrical conductors).
What HS 9001.10 covers
This HS code covers the fundamental building blocks of modern high-speed communication: optical fibers, optical fiber bundles, and optical fiber cables, specifically excluding those that are combined with electrical conductors (which fall under 8544). International trade in these products is enormous, driven by the relentless global demand for internet connectivity, expansion of telecommunications infrastructure, growth of data centers, and specialized industrial and medical applications. Key players in this market include major telecom equipment manufacturers, internet service providers, and utility companies. Exporters are typically countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities in glass and polymer sciences, while importers are virtually every nation investing in or upgrading its digital infrastructure. The market is characterized by continuous innovation in fiber performance, capacity, and deployment methods.
- Covers
- Single-mode optical fiber
- Multi-mode optical fiber
- Fiber optic patch cords
- Fiber optic distribution cables
- Submarine fiber optic cables (without electrical conductors)
- Fiber optic bundles for medical imaging
- Industrial fiber optic sensors
- Examples
- Corning SMF-28 Ultra optical fiber
- Prysmian Group fiber optic cables
- Fujikura fiber optic cables
- OFS optical fibers
- Sumitomo Electric Lightwave cables
Codes often confused with 9001.10
Common mistake. The most common confusion is with 8544 (electrical conductors, including fiber optic cables sheathed with individual electrically insulated wires). The distinction is crucial: 900110 is for pure optical fiber cables, bundles, or individual fibers, while 8544 covers hybrid cables or those where the optical fiber is combined with electrical conductors.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 900110, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 900110 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 14% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.1B 31% of world exports
- 2 India $443M 13% of world exports
- 3 United States $434M 13% of world exports
World total: $3.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $402M 14% of world imports
- 2 United States $259M 9.2% of world imports
- 3 Thailand $137M 4.9% of world imports
World total: $2.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 9001.10 3
Brazil splits HS 9001.10 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 9001.10.1 Optical fibresFibras ópticas Group
- 9001.10.11 Optical fibres, core diameter under 11 µmDe diâmetro de núcleo inferior a 11 micrômetros (mícrons)
- 9001.10.19 Optical fibres, core diameter 11 µm or moreOutras
- 9001.10.20 Optical fibre bundles and cablesFeixes e cabos de fibras ópticas
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 90.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9001.10
What is HS code 900110?
HS code 900110 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Optical fibres, optical fibre bundles and cables; excluding those of heading no. 8544. This HS code covers the fundamental building blocks of modern high-speed communication: optical fibers, optical fiber bundles, and optical fiber cables, specifically excluding those that are combined with electrical conductors (which fall under 8544). International trade in these products is enormous, driven by the relentless global demand for internet connectivity, expansion of telecommunications infrastructure, growth of data centers, and specialized industrial and medical applications. Key players in this market include major telecom equipment manufacturers, internet service providers, and utility companies. Exporters are typically countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities in glass and polymer sciences, while importers are virtually every nation investing in or upgrading its digital infrastructure. The market is characterized by continuous innovation in fiber performance, capacity, and deployment methods.
What products fall under HS code 900110?
Single-mode optical fiber, Multi-mode optical fiber, Fiber optic patch cords, Fiber optic distribution cables, Submarine fiber optic cables (without electrical conductors), Fiber optic bundles for medical imaging, Industrial fiber optic sensors
What are common misclassifications for HS code 900110?
The most common confusion is with 8544 (electrical conductors, including fiber optic cables sheathed with individual electrically insulated wires). The distinction is crucial: 900110 is for pure optical fiber cables, bundles, or individual fibers, while 8544 covers hybrid cables or those where the optical fiber is combined with electrical conductors.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 900110?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 900110 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.1B, 31% of world exports), India ($443M) and the United States ($434M). World exports came to about $3.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 900110?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 900110 in UN Comtrade data were China ($402M, 14% of world imports), the United States ($259M) and Thailand ($137M). World imports came to about $2.8B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 900110 structured?
HS code 900110 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (90) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 900110?
Brazil splits HS code 900110 into 3 NCM codes: 9001.10.11 (Optical fibres, core diameter under 11 µm), 9001.10.19 (Optical fibres, core diameter 11 µm or more), 9001.10.20 (Optical fibre bundles and cables). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.