Google Pixel 7a Cellular Phone from Germany
The Google Pixel 7a is a compact Android smartphone optimized for photography and AI features on cellular networks, supporting 5G, Wi-Fi calling, and satellite connectivity. It is classified under 8517.14.00 as an 'other telephone for cellular networks' because it does not meet the smartphone definition in Chapter Note 5, which requires a mobile operating system for downloading and running multiple third-party applications simultaneously. Despite its Android OS, the device's classification hinges on its specific features and intended use.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
PGA flags (1)Show detailsHide detailsHCConsumer Products SafetyMay be required
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Consumer Products Safety · May be required
May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 8517140000; Equal To 8517140000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Declare the Pixel 7a under 8517.14.00, ensuring you have documentation showing it does not meet the smartphone definition in Chapter Note 5
• Verify that the device's satellite connectivity feature complies with ISED regulations
• Keep the device's technical specifications to support the classification if the CBSA queries the import