Classification of Smart Devices

 

 

Intelligent AI devices have profoundly integrated into and altered people's daily lives. From entertainment and leisure to health management and home automation, they all showcase the allure of smart technology. Today, let's explore how to classify these everyday smart devices at the customs import and export stage.

I. Smart watch

 

 

 

 

A smart watch is a wearable smart device generally worn on the wrist, incorporating multiple functionalities like a watch, mobile phone, and health monitoring.

It retains the fundamental function of displaying time, typical of traditional watches, while also featuring an operating system that connects to smartphones via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, enabling functions such as answering phone calls, sending text messages, viewing notifications, and installing apps. Furthermore, smart watches often incorporate a range of sensors, including heart rate sensor, accelerometer, and gyroscope, enabling the real-time monitoring of a user's health and physical activity data, such as heart rate, step count, and sleep quality.

Classification recommendation: Based on the "Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China" (2025 Edition), it is proposed to categorize under the tariff No. 8517.6299.

II. Intelligent robot vacuum cleaner

 

 

 

 

Intelligent robot vacuum cleaners, also known as automatic cleaning machines, smart vacuum cleaners, robotic vacuum cleaners, etc., are capable of autonomously cleaning the floor in a room with artificial intelligence.

Apart from the fundamental cleaning feature, they typically include automatic obstacle avoidance, multiple cleaning modes, remote control, and automatic recharging. As technology advances, the navigation and obstacle avoidance systems of intelligent robot vacuum cleaners will become more precise, further enhancing their cleaning capabilities.

Classification recommendation: Based on the "Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China" (2025 Edition), it is proposed to categorize under the tariff No. 8508.1100.

III. Smart door lock

 

 

 

 

A smart door lock is an intelligent security lock utilizing the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing technologies. It offers multiple unlocking methods including fingerprint, password, facial recognition, mobile phone, smart watch, magnetic card, RF card, TM card, among other options, eliminating concerns of forgetting or losing keys. Moreover, the smart door lock enables remote authorization and management via a mobile app. Users can easily add or remove authorized users as needed and are able to set temporary passwords or unlock the lock remotely.

Classification recommendation: Based on the "Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China" (2025 Edition), it is proposed to categorize under the tariff No. 8301.4000.

IV. Smart toilet

 

 

 

 

The smart toilet, a perfect blend of modern technology and living, integrates cutting-edge electronic technology with user-friendly bathroom design, offering users a more convenient, comfortable, and sanitary experience. It is gradually becoming an ideal choice for families seeking a high-quality lifestyle. It primarily integrates functions such as automatic sensing, warm water cleaning, warm air drying, seat heating, deodorizing and sterilizing, and remote control operation. Notably, some smart toilets also feature intelligent connectivity, allowing users to remotely control the toilet's various functions through a mobile app for a more convenient user experience.

Classification recommendation: Based on the "Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China" (2025 Edition), it is proposed to categorize under the tariff No. 6910.1000.

V. Smart glasses

 

 

 

 

Smart glasses refer to a type of wearable device, similar to smartphones, that possesses an independent operating system and can execute various functions through software installation. They combine advanced technology with traditional glasses design. It extensively utilizes three interaction methods: voice control, gesture recognition, and eye tracking, and are characterized by ease of use and compact size. Users can check the weather, send messages and perform tasks typically done on a smartphone without having to pick up their phones.

Classification recommendation: Based on the "Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China" (2025 Edition), it is proposed to categorize under the tariff No. 8543.7099.

 

 

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Disclaimer：The above content is translated from Chinese version of Ningbo Customs wechat official account. The Ningbo Customs wechat official account version shall prevail.