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Light Phone III Minimalist Cellular Phone from Japan

Light Phone III is a minimalist e-ink cellular phone focused on calls/texts with no apps or camera, promoting digital wellness. Falls under 8517.18.00 as other specialized cellular telephone sets.

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

• Highlight minimal features to support 'other telephone' vs transmission apparatus classification

• Provide low SAR test results emphasizing safety

• Small batch imports may qualify for simplified entry procedures