Sonim XP3plus Push-to-Talk Phone from Japan
The Sonim XP3plus is an ultra-rugged push-to-talk (PTT) phone designed for first responders, operating on 4G LTE public cellular networks with a dedicated PTT button. It is classified under 8517.14.00 as an 'other telephone for cellular networks' because it is not a smartphone as defined in Chapter Note 5, lacking a mobile operating system for running third-party apps. Its specialized PTT functionality and rugged design align with the tariff item's scope for non-smartphone cellular devices.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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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
• Classify the Sonim XP3plus as a non-smartphone cellular telephone under 8517.14.00, ensuring the PTT feature is documented
• Confirm that the device's radio frequency emissions meet ISED certification requirements before importation
• Include the user manual or technical datasheet in your import documentation to demonstrate the absence of a general-purpose mobile OS