VoIP Phone Keypad Assembly
> A touchscreen keypad assembly with navigation buttons and microphone grille for IP desk phones, used in wired network communication. This assembly is a part of wired network communication apparatus for voice transmission over LAN. It falls under tariff item 8517.79.00 as an "other part" of apparatus for transmission or reception of voice.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the keypad is imported with a display and functions as a complete phone
Complete machines for voice communication are classified under heading 85.17.
If the keypad is considered a control panel for electrical apparatus
Control panels are classified under heading 85.37.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• > Classify the keypad assembly as a part of a VoIP phone, not as a standalone input device
• Ensure the assembly does not include a display or processor that might change classification
• Provide technical specifications to the CBSA to confirm the part's role
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