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Mudita Pure Minimalist Phone from Japan

Mudita Pure is an minimalist cellular phone with e-ink display, physical buttons, and radiation shield for health-conscious users. Classified under 8517.18.00 as other cellular telephone emphasizing wellness features.

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

• Document low EMF/radiation shielding as design feature, not separate component

• Small volume niche product; consider postal imports for testing

• Verify band support for US carriers despite minimalist design