Zigbee Smart Home Intercom from Japan
A wireless intercom telephone set using Zigbee protocol for voice communication between rooms in smart home networks. Classified in HTS 8517.18.00.50 as other apparatus for wireless network voice transmission. Integrates with IoT hubs for multi-room calling.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Zigbee certification mandatory; FCC for 2.4 GHz operation without interference
• Declare mesh network topology; pitfall is classifying as security alarm (8531)
• Battery safety testing for rechargeable units per UL standards