HTS 8544.42.20.00

Name: HTS 8544.42.20.00
SKU: 8544.42.20.00

Of a kind used for telecommunications

Chapter 85

HTS 8544.42.20.00 (Of a kind used for telecommunications) has a general duty rate of Free when imported into the United States. §301 (China) also applies.

Current Duty Rates(applies regardless of origin)

Base rate (MFN)Free

Section 122 (Global)+10%

Universal duty floor10%

⏳ Section 122 sunsets in 71 days (July 24, 2026)Section 301 List 3 — applies to China-origin goods

How this code lands by country of origin

🇨🇳China	35%Section 301
🇲🇽Mexico	10%Section 122
🇨🇦Canada	10%Section 122
🇪🇺European Union	10%Section 122
🇯🇵Japan	10%Section 122
🇰🇷Korea	10%Section 122
🇻🇳Vietnam	10%Section 122

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Frequently Asked

What is HTS 8544.42?

HTS 8544.42 covers of a kind used for telecommunications. It falls under Chapter 85 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States.

What is the duty rate for HTS 8544.42.20.00?

The base (MFN) duty rate for HTS 8544.42.20.00 is Free.

Are there any exclusions for HTS 8544.42.20.00?

Exclusions may apply depending on active Section 301 or Section 232 exclusion lists. Check the USTR exclusion portal or use TariffDesk to monitor this code for changes, including new exclusions.

USITC HTS · Last updated April 8, 2026 · Last verified by ShipSafe 5/14/2026

Proclamation 11012 89 FR 76581 (USTR Note 31)

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