| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8544200000 | Doc | 60.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3917390050 | Doc | 33.1% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8307906000 | Doc | 58.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Okay, let's break down the classification and tax implications for your declared item "4K CABLE 30M" based on the HS codes provided. It appears there are three potential classifications offered, and we need to determine the most accurate one.
Here's a detailed analysis of each HS code, along with recommendations:
1. HS Code: 8544.20.00.00 – Coaxial cable and other coaxial electric conductors
- Breakdown:
- 85: Electrical machinery and equipment. This chapter covers a broad range of electrical products.
- 44: Insulated conductors, cables, and other insulated electric conductors. This narrows it down to wiring and cabling.
- 20: Specifically, coaxial cable and other coaxial electric conductors.
- Suitability: This is a strong candidate if your 4K cable is indeed a coaxial cable (uses a central conductor surrounded by insulation and a shielding layer). 4K cables often utilize coaxial construction for high bandwidth signal transmission.
- Tax:
- Basic Duty: 5.3%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0% (until April 2, 2025)
- Additional Tariff (after April 2, 2025): 30.0%
- Total Tax: 60.3%
- Important Considerations: Confirm the cable construction. Is it truly coaxial? If it uses a different type of shielding or internal wiring, this code may be incorrect.
2. HS Code: 3917.39.00.50 – Other tubes, pipes and hoses: --> Other --> Other: --> Other (Plastics)
- Breakdown:
- 39: Plastics and articles thereof. This chapter covers products made from plastic materials.
- 17: Tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings therefor.
- 39: Other tubes, pipes and hoses (this suggests it's not a specifically defined type of plastic tubing).
- Suitability: This code is likely applicable if the outer jacket of your cable is made of plastic, and the cable is primarily considered a hose or tubing for protecting the internal wires. However, it's less specific to the electrical function of the cable.
- Tax:
- Basic Duty: 3.1%
- Additional Tariff: 0.0% (until April 2, 2025)
- Additional Tariff (after April 2, 2025): 30.0%
- Total Tax: 33.1%
- Important Considerations: Material of the outer jacket is crucial. If it's not plastic, this code is incorrect. Also, the cable's primary function should be considered. Is it more of an electrical component or a protective conduit?
3. HS Code: 8307.90.60.00 – Other flexible tubing of base metal: --> Other
- Breakdown:
- 83: Miscellaneous articles of base metal. This chapter covers a wide range of metal products.
- 07: Flexible tubing of base metal.
- 90: Other (this suggests it's not a specifically defined type of metal tubing).
- Suitability: This code is applicable if the cable has a metal shielding layer or a metal outer jacket, and is considered flexible tubing.
- Tax:
- Basic Duty: 3.8%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0% (until April 2, 2025)
- Additional Tariff (after April 2, 2025): 30.0%
- Total Tax: 58.8%
- Important Considerations: Confirm the material of the shielding layer or outer jacket. Is it a base metal?
Recommendation & Next Steps:
Based on the description "4K CABLE 30M", HS Code 8544.20.00.00 (Coaxial cable) is the most likely accurate classification, assuming it is indeed a coaxial cable.
However, to ensure correct classification and avoid potential issues with customs, please provide the following information:
- Cable Construction: A detailed description of the cable's layers (inner conductor, insulation, shielding, outer jacket).
- Material of Each Layer: Specifically, what materials are used for the insulation, shielding, and outer jacket (e.g., PVC, copper, aluminum, etc.).
- Single Unit Price: The declared value per cable.
- Certifications: Do you have any certifications for the cable (e.g., RoHS, CE)? These may be required depending on the destination country.
Once I have this information, I can provide a more definitive classification and advise on any specific import requirements for your destination country. It's always best to err on the side of caution and provide as much detail as possible to customs authorities.