Avaya 9608 IP Deskphone from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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