Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Rugged Phone from United States
The Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 is a rugged smartphone designed for industrial and enterprise use, featuring a removable battery, 5G public cellular connectivity, and programmable keys for specialized applications. It falls under tariff item 8517.14.00 as an 'other telephone for cellular networks or other wireless networks' because it is not classified as a smartphone under the legal notes of Chapter 85, which define smartphones as devices with a mobile operating system capable of running multiple third-party applications simultaneously. This device's focus on durability and field utility distinguishes it from standard consumer smartphones.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the device is declared as a cellular telephone under 8517.14.00, not as a smartphone, to avoid misclassification
• Verify that the device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) technical standards for radio equipment
• Keep records of the device's specifications, such as the removable battery and programmable keys, to support the classification if requested by the CBSA