Huawei 5G AAU Baseband Unit from Japan
Huawei's 5G AAU (Active Antenna Unit) paired with baseband unit forms a complete base station for massive MIMO 5G deployments, supporting high-speed voice and data transmission. Classified under HTS 8517.61.00.00 due to its role as a cellular network base station infrastructure.
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
• Provide carrier approval letters and RF exposure test reports as required for base station imports
• Ensure harmonized system descriptions match 'base station' to avoid reclassification during customs review