Fairphone 5 Modular Smartphone from Japan
Fairphone 5 is a sustainable, modular smartphone for cellular networks with repairable components, 5G support, and ethical sourcing. Classified HTS 8517.18.00 as other cellular telephone due to unique modular design for easy part replacement.
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
• Declare modularity but emphasize complete telephone function to prevent parts classification
• Include EU RoHS and REACH compliance docs for green import preferences
• Value modular kits separately if imported unassembled