Analog Telephone Line Extender Repeater
> A wall-mountable audio-frequency repeater for analog telephone lines, compensating for signal loss over distances exceeding 5 km. It features automatic gain control optimized for POTS signaling. This product is classified under tariff item 8518.40.00 as an audio-frequency electric amplifier used to boost voice frequency signals in telephony networks.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the device includes line termination or signaling conversion features beyond amplification
Apparatus for line telephony may be classified under heading 8517 if it performs additional telecommunication functions.
If the repeater incorporates automatic gain control circuits that go beyond simple audio amplification
Electrical apparatus with individual functions not specified elsewhere in Chapter 85.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• > Confirm the repeater's primary function is audio-frequency amplification to avoid classification under telecommunication equipment (8517)
• Keep records of the amplifier's specifications, including gain and frequency response, for CBSA verification
• Check if the product is subject to ISED technical standards for connection to public telephone networks
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