FTTH Drop Cable with SC/APC Connector from China
This is a flat drop cable for fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) installations, fitted with SC/APC connectors and minimal copper conductors for power. It is classified under tariff item 8544.42.00 as an assembled cable with electric conductors, for voltages not exceeding 1,000V.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Consumer Products Safety · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
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), and on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 8544420000; Equal To 8544420000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Clearly document the presence and voltage rating of the copper conductors in the cable to support classification under 8544.42.00
• If the cable is used in a telecommunications network, check if it qualifies for any end-use duty relief
• Keep the connector specifications (SC/APC) on the invoice for CBSA verification