Unihertz Tank 3 Pro Rugged Phone from Germany
The Unihertz Tank 3 Pro is a rugged smartphone with a massive 23,800mAh battery, thermal imaging, 5G public cellular connectivity, and a built-in projector. It is classified under 8517.14.00 as an 'other telephone for cellular networks' because, despite its advanced features, it is not defined as a smartphone under Chapter Note 5, which requires a mobile operating system for downloading and running multiple third-party applications simultaneously. The device's unique combination of features positions it as a specialized cellular telephone rather than a standard smartphone.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Document the device's operating system and app capabilities to justify classification under 8517.14.00 rather than 8517.13.00
• Verify that the thermal imaging and projector features do not trigger other tariff classifications, such as Chapter 90 for optical devices
• Ensure the battery complies with Transport Canada regulations for lithium-ion batteries when shipping