TC77 series touch computer not classifiable as smartphones

In re Brightpoint India Pvt Ltd (CAAR Mumbai)

In regards to the classification opinion of the 68th session of the Harmonized System Committee, it is observed that the committee has classified RFID/barcode readers with a mobile operating system capable of scanning and cellular connectivity under subheading 851713. This subheading covers smartphones. Note 5 to chapter 85 states that “For the purposes of heading 85.17, the term “smartphones” means telephones for cellular networks, equipped with a mobile op

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