ESP32 Dual-Mode WiFi+BT Transceiver SoC from China
Espressif ESP32 is a system-on-chip with integrated WiFi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth v4.2 BR/EDR/BLE transceiver functions. Qualifies for HTS 8542.39.0010 as RF transceiver IC despite processor integration, due to primary RF communication role. Powers millions of IoT devices worldwide.
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
• Highlight RF subsystem dominance (60% die area) in technical briefs to support transceiver classification
• Provide module certification numbers for FCC ID transfers if re-modularizing
• Document dual-band operation (2.4 GHz WiFi/BT) comprehensively for customs