Telephony Line Repeater Amplifier from China
This audio-frequency electric amplifier is specifically designed for use as a repeater in line telephony systems, boosting analog signals over long copper wire distances to prevent degradation. It operates within standard telephony frequency bands and is used in traditional PSTN networks. Classified under HTS 8518.40.10.00 due to its dedicated function as a telephony repeater.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Provide technical specs confirming telephony repeater use to avoid reclassification as general amplifiers under 8518.40.20
• Include carrier certification or network compatibility docs for FCC compliance and valuation
• Beware of digital signal processors; pure analog telephony boosters only qualify here