CO/RT Hybrid Audio Repeater from Japan
Outdoor-rated repeater for central office to remote terminal audio links in hybrid fiber-coax telephony. Amplifies VF signals post-opto conversion. HTS 8518.40.10.00 as telephony line repeater despite hybrid deployment.
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
• NEMA/IP ratings documentation required for outdoor equipment
• Temperature range specs (-40°C to +65°C) validate telco hardening
• Lightning protection circuitry must be clearly documented