New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Smart Home WiFi Doorbell Chime from Japan

WiFi-enabled indoor chime unit for smart doorbell systems, producing custom tones via smartphone app integration. Falls under HTS 8531.80.1500 as doorbell chime apparatus despite smart features. Compatible with major smart home platforms.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include WiFi specifications (2.4GHz, 802.11b/g/n) and protocol certifications

• Emphasize 'chime receiver' function over smart features in documentation

• Provide interoperability test reports with major doorbell camera brands