ARM Cortex-A78 Microprocessor from China
The ARM Cortex-A78 is a high-performance microprocessor core used in mobile SoCs for smartphones and tablets. It falls under HTS 8542.31.0050 as a processor (microprocessor) electronic integrated circuit, not combined with other specified circuits beyond basic processing functions. This classification applies to individual processor dies or chips primarily functioning as CPUs.
Duty Rate — China → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.91.0550%Effective with respect to entries on or after January 1, 2025, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Verify the chip's primary function as a processor via datasheet; ensure documentation distinguishes it from SoCs classified under 8542.31.0001
• Include RoHS compliance certificates and country-of-origin markings to avoid customs delays