Si4463 Ultra-Low Power RF Transceiver from China
Silicon Labs Si4463 is a sub-GHz RF transceiver IC for narrowband FSK, GFSK, and 802.15.4g applications in smart metering and remote controls. Falls under HTS 8542.39.0010 due to its integrated RF transceiver architecture including fractional-N synthesizer and antenna diversity support. Optimized for battery life in remote sensor applications.
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
• Submit datasheets emphasizing transceiver functions (TX/RX chains) to distinguish from general RF ICs
• Prepare for potential 8543 scrutiny by documenting lack of discrete RF components
• Include MTBF data for industrial applications to support valuation claims