What types of products fall under HS-4 8519?

HS-4 8519 includes sound recording and reproducing apparatus like jukeboxes, turntables, and digital audio players.

How do I determine the correct HS-6 code for my audio product?

Identify the specific features of your product, such as whether it is coin-operated or uses magnetic media, to select the appropriate HS-6 code.

What does n.e.c. mean in the context of HS codes?

N.e.c. stands for 'not elsewhere classified,' indicating that the product does not fit into the specified categories and falls under a general classification.

Can I use HS-4 8519 for all types of sound equipment?

No, you must use the specific HS-6 subheading that best describes your product's features and functionality.

Are there any restrictions on importing sound recording apparatus?

Check with your local customs regulations, as there may be specific requirements or restrictions based on the type of audio equipment.

HS-4 · Heading

8519 — Sound recording or reproducing apparatus

Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 8519 when importing sound recording or reproducing apparatus, such as a jukebox that accepts coins or bank cards. This heading covers devices that capture or play audio, making it important for businesses involved in entertainment and media.

When deciding between subheadings, consider 851920 for coin-operated systems versus 851930 for traditional turntables. If your product is a digital audio player that uses magnetic or optical media, you would look at 851981. Each subheading specifies different operational features and media types.

For items that don't fit neatly into the first three subheadings, 851989 serves as a catch-all for sound recording devices not classified elsewhere. This could include unique or specialized audio equipment that doesn’t meet the criteria of the other lines.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

sound recording apparatus · reproducing audio equipment · coin-operated jukebox · turntables import · digital audio players · magnetic media devices · audio recording equipment · HS-4 8519 · HS-6 subheadings · import sound equipment · export audio devices

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Jukeboxes that accept coins or bank cards (HS-6 851920)
Traditional vinyl turntables (HS-6 851930)
Digital audio players using magnetic media (HS-6 851981)
Specialized sound recording devices not covered by other subheadings (HS-6 851989)
Portable audio recorders for field recording
Home audio systems with built-in CD players

Common questions

How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.

What is HS-4 8519 used for?
How to classify a jukebox for import?
Which HS-6 code for turntables?
What are the differences between HS-6 851920 and 851930?
How to determine the right HS code for audio players?
What does n.e.c. mean in HS codes?

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products fall under HS-4 8519?: HS-4 8519 includes sound recording and reproducing apparatus like jukeboxes, turntables, and digital audio players.
How do I determine the correct HS-6 code for my audio product?: Identify the specific features of your product, such as whether it is coin-operated or uses magnetic media, to select the appropriate HS-6 code.
What does n.e.c. mean in the context of HS codes?: N.e.c. stands for 'not elsewhere classified,' indicating that the product does not fit into the specified categories and falls under a general classification.
Can I use HS-4 8519 for all types of sound equipment?: No, you must use the specific HS-6 subheading that best describes your product's features and functionality.
Are there any restrictions on importing sound recording apparatus?: Check with your local customs regulations, as there may be specific requirements or restrictions based on the type of audio equipment.

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Parent context

HS code directory Chapter 85

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