At 01:57 PM 5/21/2012, you wrote:
>I have some PIC's that are programmed for my client to test=20
>with...he doesn't have the ability to flash the parts on site, so=20
>I'm sending the parts.
>
>The destination is Hong Kong, being sent as samples.
>
>Has anyone from the US sent parts there, looking for the harmonized=20
>tariff codes, or does it not matter on samples?

You should have no problem provided you give the proper value (PIC=20
chip value at cost, for example)
and describe the parts as semiconductors. IME, "sample" is not=20
important- what is important is the
value, description and country of origin.

Most commodities are tax-free into Hong Kong.

Probably not required, but the harmonized code is 8542.21.80.71 for=20
PIC16/12 and .72 or .79 for 16 or 32 bit data bus.

If in doubt, ask your client, as they will be the "importer of record".

Best regards, =20
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