Digital Voice Recording Module for Answering Machines

This module contains flash memory and a dedicated processor for recording incoming voicemail messages in digital format, designed exclusively for integration into telephone answering machines of heading 8521. It converts analog audio signals to digital storage and supports playback functions specific to answering devices. Classified under 8522.90.58.80 as a part of telephone answering machines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8518.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If designed for general telephone sets rather than answering machines

Parts principally for telephones of heading 8517 fall under 8518.90, excluding those specific to recording functions.

8522.90.25Same rate: 35%

If it's a printed circuit board assembly without active recording components

PCBs for answering machines go to 8522.90.25; this subheading requires functional recording modules.

8542.31.00Higher: 50% vs 35%

If imported as processors or memory ICs separately, not assembled as a module

Individual electronic integrated circuits are classified under 8542, not as finished apparatus parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the part is solely for answering machines via manufacturer specs to avoid reclassification as general audio parts

Include detailed technical datasheets and end-use declarations in documentation to prove principal use with heading 8521 apparatus

Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; ensure invoices reflect specialized components like custom ASICs for voice processing