Polycom Handset PCB Assembly from Japan
Printed circuit board assembly for Polycom line telephone handsets, containing audio processing chips, microphone interfaces, and speaker drivers. Classified under HTS 8518.90.20.00 as a printed circuit assembly specifically for line telephone handsets of subheading 8518.30.10. Essential component handling analog-to-digital conversion for clear voice transmission.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify FCC Part 68 compliance for telecommunication components to avoid import delays
• Include detailed BOM and schematic diagrams in documentation to prove handset-specific function
• Check for ITAR restrictions if assembly includes encryption chips for secure communications