Set top boxes which have a communications function
Monitors and projectors, not incorporating television reception apparatus; reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus: > Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus: > Not designed to incorporate a video display or screen: > Other: > Set top boxes which have a communications function
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 8528.71.20.00
Amazon Fire TV Cube Voice-Controlled Set-Top Box
The Fire TV Cube streams television content over Wi-Fi/Ethernet with Alexa voice comms integration. It functions as reception apparatus without a screen. HTS 8528.71.20.00 applies to its communications-enabled design.
DirecTV Genie Mini Wireless Client Set-Top Box
DirecTV's Genie Mini extends satellite TV reception wirelessly to additional rooms via proprietary comms. No display; relies on main Genie. Under 8528.71.20.00 for communications function.
Apple TV 4K Ethernet Model Set-Top Box
Apple TV 4K decodes streaming TV over Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi without built-in screen. Serves as reception apparatus with robust comms. HTS 8528.71.20.00 designation.
TiVo Bolt OTA DVR Set-Top Box with Wi-Fi
TiVo Bolt records over-the-air TV with Wi-Fi streaming communications capabilities. External TV connection only. Fits 8528.71.20.00 criteria.
Slingbox 500 Network TV Streamer
Slingbox 500 receives cable/satellite TV and streams via Ethernet/Wi-Fi to remote devices. No screen; pure set-top. 8528.71.20.00 for comms.
AT&T U-verse Wireless Access Point Set-Top Box
This set-top box from AT&T combines TV signal reception with built-in Wi-Fi communications for streaming and internet connectivity. It decodes cable TV signals and enables wireless network access without a built-in screen. Classified under 8528.71.20.00 as a communications-enabled set-top box not designed to incorporate a video display.
Comcast Xfinity Xi6 Ethernet Set-Top Box
The Xfinity Xi6 is a compact set-top box for cable TV with integrated Ethernet for IP communications and app streaming. It processes television signals and connects to home networks without a display. Falls under 8528.71.20.00 due to its TV reception and wired communications features.
Verizon Fios ActionTec MI424WR Set-Top Box
Verizon's Fios set-top box integrates TV guide data reception with router communications for fiber-optic home networks. It handles IPTV signals and Wi-Fi distribution sans screen. Qualifies for 8528.71.20.00 as a communications-function set-top box.
Roku Premiere+ IP Streaming Set-Top Box
Roku Premiere+ receives internet TV streams via Ethernet/Wi-Fi communications while decoding digital television signals. No built-in display; connects to external TVs. Covered by 8528.71.20.00 for set-top boxes with communications.
Google Fiber Network Box TV Receiver
Google Fiber's Network Box receives IPTV signals with built-in Ethernet switching for home communications. Screenless design for external TV connection. Classed in 8528.71.20.00 for set-top with comms.