AT86RF212B 802.15.4 Transceiver from China

Microchip AT86RF212B is a 800/900 MHz transceiver IC compliant with IEEE 802.15.4 for Zigbee and smart energy applications. Classified HTS 8542.39.0010 as RF transceiver IC with complete MAC/PHY layer implementation in silicon. Used in AMI meters and building automation requiring reliable mesh networking.

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
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Certify compliance with IEEE 802.15.4 standard through documentation to validate technical specs

Declare exact crystal frequency tolerance as it affects RF classification parameters

Separate ICs from evaluation boards in shipments to maintain 8542 tariff treatment