Low-Power Broadcast Translator from Canada
Low-power device that receives and retransmits radio signals to extend coverage in remote areas, common for community radio. It qualifies for HTS 8525.50.70.50 as other transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting without specific subheading allocation.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
60%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.1450%Articles the product of Canada as provided in subdivision (b)(3) of U.S. note 51 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain FCC equipment authorization number for customs clearance; declare exact ERP (effective radiated power); pitfall: low-power LPFM units sometimes misclassified as consumer pocket radios