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Avaya 9608 IP Deskphone from China

A multiline IP deskphone designed for business environments, featuring 8 programmable line buttons, color display, and Gigabit Ethernet ports. It falls under HTS 8517.18.00.20 as a multiline telephone console capable of handling multiple simultaneous calls via wired VoIP networks. Supports advanced call handling like conferencing and call forwarding.

Duty Rate — China → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify FCC Part 68 registration for telecom equipment and ensure RoHS compliance for electronic components

• Include detailed technical specs and user manuals in documentation to confirm multiline wired telephone classification

• Avoid misclassification as cellular by proving wired Ethernet/PoE connectivity; check for country-specific telecom homologation