HS Heading 8517 : Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks; other apparatus for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a local or wide area network), other than transmission or reception apparatus of heading 8443, 8525, 8527 or 8528; parts thereof
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 8517 encompasses telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks; other apparatus for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a local or wide area network), other than transmission or reception apparatus of heading 8443, 8525, 8527 or 8528; parts thereof. It classifies 9 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 85 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 8517
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8517.11 | Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks, Line telephone sets with cordless handsets | 85 | View 8517.11 Package → |
| 8517.13 | Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks, Smartphones | 85 | View 8517.13 Package → |
| 8517.14 | Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks, Other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks | 85 | View 8517.14 Package → |
| 8517.18 | Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks, Other | 85 | View 8517.18 Package → |
| 8517.61 | Other apparatus for transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a local or wide area network), Base stations | 85 | View 8517.61 Package → |
| 8517.62 | Other apparatus for transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a local or wide area network), Machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus | 85 | View 8517.62 Package → |
| 8517.69 | Other apparatus for transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a local or wide area network), Other | 85 | View 8517.69 Package → |
| 8517.71 | Parts, Aerials and aerial reflectors of all kinds; parts suitable for use therewith | 85 | View 8517.71 Package → |
| 8517.79 | Parts, Other | 85 | View 8517.79 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 8517
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 8517 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 8517 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 8517 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 8517?
HS Heading 8517 covers Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks; other apparatus for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a local or wide area network), other than transmission or reception apparatus of heading 8443, 8525, 8527 or 8528; parts thereof, grouping 9 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 8517?
Subheadings under Heading 8517 range from 8517.11 to 8517.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 8517?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 8517 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 8517?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 8517?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 8517?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 8517 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 8517?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 8517?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 8517?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.