Cordless DECT Home Phone
A wireless telephone set operating on DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications) technology for home use, including handset and base station for cordless communication within a limited range. It falls under HTS 8517.18.00.50 as 'other' telephone sets for wireless networks beyond cellular smartphones. This distinguishes it from cellular phones and wired sets.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If equipped with cordless handset and base incorporating digital answering machine
Machines for reception, conversion, and recording of voice with digital storage fall under 8517.62
If for industrial or two-way radio telephone handsets without base station
Other telephone apparatus for carrier-current line systems or digital line systems classified in 8517.69
If primarily functions as portable radio receiver with incidental telephonic capability
Radio-broadcast receivers with clock/radio functions but not dedicated telephones go to 8527.19
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain FCC Part 15 certification for DECT frequency compliance to avoid customs holds
• Label with frequency band (1.9 GHz) and SAR values if applicable; declare as non-cellular wireless phone
• Verify battery safety compliance (UL 1642) as common pitfall leads to CBP rejections
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