The tariff classification of an RF amplifier from Bulgaria

N235752 December 26, 2012 CLA-2-85:OT:RR:NC:N1:109 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8517.62.0050 Mr. Ricardo Esponda 946 Nightingale Dr Allen, TX 75013 RE: The tariff classification of an RF amplifier from Bulgaria Dear Mr. Esponda: In your letter dated November 24, 2012, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The merchandise in question is the ACOM automatic HF linear radio frequency amplifier, (ACOM Model: 2000A). The radio frequency (RF) unit measures 17 ¼ inches in width by 7 inches in height by 17 ¾ inches in depth. It comes with a remote control unit (RCU) that measures 5 ¼ inches in width by 6 ¾ inches in depth and 1 inch in height. This RF amplifier is used by amateur licensed ham radio operators. The ACOM 2000A includes both fully automatic tuning and digital control capabilities. This device delivers maximum legal power in all modes and operates on all HF amateur bands. The remote control unit provides flexible monitoring of all amplifier operating parameters. The ACOM 2000A only regenerates/amplifies the signal in the HF amateur radio range it does not generate a signal. The amplifier is used as part of a 2-way radio to increase the power of transmissions on bands designated for radio amateur service only. Amateur radio uses a 2-way radio transmission to transmit voice (radio-telephony), Morse code (radio-telegraphy) and data (FSK, PSK and RTTY). The applicable subheading for the ACOM automatic HF linear radio frequency amplifier, (ACOM Model: 2000A) will be 8517.62.0050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for “Machines for the reception, conversion, and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus: Other”. The rate of duty will be free. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Steven Pollichino at (646) 733-3008. Sincerely, Thomas J. Russo Director National Commodity Specialist Division